The Embassy of Nauru in China was officially inaugurated in Beijing on March 25, 2025, signifying a crucial step in enhancing bilateral relations between Nauru and China. The opening ceremony was attended by Nauru’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Lionel Aingimea, and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister, Ma Zhaoxu.
Nauru has strengthened its diplomatic relations with China since resuming ties on January 24, 2024, based on the one-China principle. Aingimea emphasized that all nations, irrespective of their size and wealth, are equal members of the international community. He expressed eagerness to collaborate with China in addressing shared challenges and achieving mutual benefits.
Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu congratulated Nauru on the inauguration of its embassy, assuring support for its operations. He reflected on the various exchanges and engagements that have taken place since diplomatic relations were reestablished, highlighting visits from Nauru’s leadership to China, which have facilitated progress in bilateral cooperation across many sectors.
This significant development follows conversations between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Aingimea during Aingimea’s visit to China for the embassy inauguration. Wang reiterated China’s commitment to fostering cooperation with Nauru in areas such as agriculture, fisheries, climate response, and infrastructure development.
Furthermore, the recent signing of the Agreement on Mutual Visa Exemption between Nauru and China will allow citizens holding diplomatic and official passports from both nations to travel freely, further enhancing bilateral cooperation and cultural exchanges.
The opening of Nauru’s embassy is a hopeful indication of the potential for mutual growth and strengthened ties between the two countries, fostering a spirit of collaborative development in the Pacific region. Through ongoing dialogues and agreements, both nations are laying the groundwork for sustainable partnerships that could lead to economic growth and improved living standards for their citizens.
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