The new 10-year maximum visas come as the two nations celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations in an alliance that has taken on major geopolitical significance.
Wang Yi
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the assurances after Portugal’s foreign minister earlier warned Beijing about providing military aid to Moscow.
Oil-rich republic has borrowed US$40 billion from China in the past 20 years, more than any other African country.
China plans to encourage Chinese enterprises to invest and start businesses in Timor-Leste, contributing to its development and revitalisation.
Flying visit is part of extensive trip to garner support in Pacific region; possible free trade area also under discussion.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi undertakes to help African republic in fight against Covid-19 pandemic and provide economic assistance in future.
Foreign minister Wang Yi stresses importance of mutual cooperation and looks forward to greater development in future.
Brazilian producers urge government to resolve impasse as 60% of country’s beef is sold to China.
Ministers identify strong potential for mutual cooperation and profit in the future during video conference.
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