BY CHRIS ALEX
The Chinese embassy in Honiara donated office equipment and supplies to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade (MFAET) on Friday, July 11, 2025.
The donation includes 10 desktop computers, two laptops, one printer along with accessories, 80 handbags, 80 t-shirts and 72 sets of notebooks.
The aim of this contribution is to support the efficiency and comfort of the ministry’s operations, particularly as the country prepares to host high-level international events in the future.
Chinese Ambassador to Solomon Islands, Cai Weiming expressed his pleasure in contributing to the ongoing partnership between China and the Solomon Islands.
He said the donation is another step in China’s unwavering support for the Solomon Islands, following their previous assistance for the successful hosting of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting, including a one million US dollar funding package for the procurement.
Weiming emphasised the importance of the Solomon Islands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs in fostering diplomatic ties between the two countries, particularly highlighting its steadfast support for the One China principle, which underpins the critical foundation of the bilateral relationship.
“We deeply appreciate the firm support shown by your ministry on this matter of core interests to China,” he said.
Weiming also acknowledged the leadership of the Solomon Islands government and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their contributions to strengthening the enduring friendship between China and the Solomon Islands.
He praised the country’s commitment to deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership that is based on mutual respect and open cooperation.
The donation follows the recent visit of Foreign Minister, Peter Shanel Agovaka to China where he attended the third China-Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.
The meeting produced significant outcomes and reaffirmed both nations’ commitment to furthering their ties across multiple domains, including development assistance, trade facilitation and people-to-people exchanges.
As a follow-up to the meeting, China has outlined several initiatives to further implement the agreements reached, including enhanced cooperation in areas such as trade, cultural exchanges and humanitarian support.
Weiming in further remarks, reiterated China’s commitment to being a “sincere, friendly and reliable partner” for the Solomon Islands; reaffirming the desire to continue enhancing the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two nations.
“Let us build on the foundation of mutual trust and respect and move forward together towards an even closer China-Solomon Islands community with a shared future,” he said.
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