China and France Strengthen Cooperation with the African Union

Strategic Insights -

A courtesy call between Ambassador Jiang Feng, Head of the Chinese Mission to the AU, and Ambassador Perez, Head of the French Mission to the AU, marked a significant step in strengthening cooperation between China, France, and the African Union (AU). The meeting took place on July 25, 2025, and focused on promoting Sino-French exchanges and cooperation on the AU. The two ambassadors emphasized the importance of multilateralism and expressed their willingness to maintain communication to contribute to Africa's economic and social development.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ambassador Jiang Feng and Ambassador Perez exchanged views on strengthening cooperation with the AU, China-France and China-Europe relations, and the African and international situation.
  • The two ambassadors agreed on the need to uphold multilateralism and promote Sino-French exchanges and cooperation on the AU.
  • Ambassador Jiang expressed his willingness to maintain communication with Ambassador Perez to promote Sino-French cooperation and exchanges related to the AU.
  • Ambassador Perez congratulated Ambassador Jiang on his new post and expressed his hope to work with him to contribute to Africa's economic and social development and Sino-French cooperation on Africa.
  • The meeting took place on July 25, 2025, and centered around the AU's economic and social development.

Statistics:

  • No specific statistics were provided in the original text.
  • The meeting between the two ambassadors focused on promoting Sino-French cooperation and exchanges.
  • The AU's economic and social development were a key topic of discussion during the meeting.

Sources:

  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China (July 28, 2021)
  • Original Press Release: July 28 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China issued the following news release