Chinese President Xi Jinping (4th R) attends a breakfast meeting with African leaders in Durban, South Africa, March 28, 2013. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang) |
The Chinese president pledged China will be a steadfast guardian of Africa's peace and stability, a steadfast promoter of Africa's prosperity and development, a steadfast supporter in Africa's pursuit of strength through unity, and a steadfast advocate for Africa in its efforts to seek equal participation in international affairs.
"We are calling on the international community to work together to play a constructive role in Africa's pursuit of peace and development," Xi said.
African leaders also spoke highly of the traditional friendship between Africa and China, voicing hopes of drawing on China's success of development and strengthening Africa-China cooperation.
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