Chinese Ambassador Pays Courtesy Call to Fijian President

The President of Fiji, His Excellency Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, welcomed the Ambassador of China to Fiji, His Excellency Zhou Jian, at the State House yesterday.

President Lalabalavu reaffirmed Fiji's commitment to the "One China Principle" and celebrated the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Fiji and China, as well as the 170th anniversary of Chinese arrival in Fiji.

Ambassador Zhou conveyed greetings from President Xi Jinping and discussed plans for a new Executive Building for the Office of the President.

Both leaders agreed to continue strengthening bilateral relations for the benefit of both nations.