By Omonu YG Nelson
China Media Group (CMG) has reaffirmed its commitment to telling the story of China’s reform and opening up, with a focus on Chinese modernisation. The event which took place on Thursday, July 25, was themed “Global Opportunities in Deepening China’s Reform in the New Era,” CMG highlighted its efforts to showcase the country’s progress through high-quality features and documentaries.
“Chinese modernization, as the theme of comprehensive deepening of China’s reform, continues to advance through reform and opening up, and will surely embrace broader horizons,” said a CMG representative. “China will also work together with other countries to create a bright future for modernization.”
CMG has been actively building bridges for exchanges, dialogue, and mutual learning between China and the world. “We are actively fulfilling our media responsibilities, producing a large number of high-quality features and documentaries, such as ‘Charting the Decade’ and ‘Our Journey,’ to present to the world the vitality and impressive practices of Chinese modernization,” the representative added.
The media group has also launched initiatives like the CMG Forum, media partners mechanism, and “Opportunities in China” Global Media Dialogue to promote cultural and people-to-people exchanges. “We are actively expanding our international ‘circle of friends,’ collaborating extensively with cultural institutions, international organizations, and think tanks from various countries,” the representative said.
CMG’s goal is to contribute to a world of peaceful development, mutually beneficial cooperation, and shared prosperity. By sharing China’s story and exploring global opportunities arising from its deepening reforms, CMG aims to establish platforms for collective wisdom and discussion.
In a keynote speech Muhammad Sulaiman, President of the China Alumni Association of Nigeria, emphasized the importance of globalization in shaping domestic and foreign policy, noting that China’s growth has become a competitive struggle among national economies. He highlighted the significance of the third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, which provides an opportunity for China to explain its reform policies, including state-owned enterprise reform and World Trade Organization membership.
Sulaiman also discussed the African continent’s need to make inroads into China’s plans, particularly in areas such as Chinese modernization, reforms, and opening up. He emphasized the importance of understanding China’s experiences in transforming from poverty to prosperity and its ability to improve relations with all nations.
Raphael Oni, Editor-in-Chief of Diplomats Extra Magazine, in speech highlighted the China’s efforts in building human capacity in Nigeria through various programs, including training, scholarships, and collaborations. He noted that China’s investment in Nigeria’s human capital has been remarkable, with initiatives enhancing skills and knowledge in areas such as agriculture, technology, education, and healthcare.
Oni emphasized the need for collective efforts and collaboration to address global challenges, promoting sustainable development, economic prosperity, and cultural exchange. He praised China’s proposal for a global community with a shared future, emphasizing cooperation and collaboration among nations.
The seminar showcased the positive impact of China-Nigeria collaboration and the benefits of capacity building, highlighting the importance of continued cooperation and mutual understanding between the two nations.