China sends three ships to Nigeria to improve bilateral ties

According to NAN, the Chinese community in Lagos turned out in force to greet the Chinese envoy at the NPA.The Chinese Navy Escort Task Group (ETG) 162, comprised of the MSL Destroyer NANNING, the MSL Frigate SANYA, and the Supply Ship WEISHANHU, visited Nigeria on Sunday to deepen bilateral ties between the two nations.The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Chi Jian Chun, stated that the Chinese envoy's visit, slated for July 2 to 6, would also improve marine security in West Africa. According to the Nigerian News Agency (NAN), the MSL Destroyer NANNING made a port visit at Nigerian Port Authority (NPA) Berth 21, while the other two ships stayed at anchoring. Chun said that the delegation from China was big with more than 700 people and three ships to Nigeria. "The purpose of the visit is to further deepen the two countries' relationship with one another, as well as to strengthen and improve our relationship and cooperation with one another." "This visit demonstrates the harmony and symphony that exists between Nigeria and China," he remarked. According to the ambassador, China and Nigeria will continue to collaborate to promote peace and harmony while also looking for methods to contribute to the world community. "I believe that this visit will deepen cooperation between the military sectors of both countries, allowing us to work together to overcome obstacles." "We will continue to do more things to facilitate and promote the relationship between the two countries," added Chun.