China to push for Africa to get bigger roles in UN organs

Chinese Foreign Affairs assistant minister Liu Jianchao and Counsellor Ms Yan Jiarong during the media briefing of senior editors from 10 African countries.

The Chinese government is committed to meaningful reforms at the United Nations and will push for better representation for Africa in key UN organs, China’s assistant minister for Foreign Affairs Liu Jianchao has said.

Mr Liu noted that China and Africa would strengthen their ties based on mutual respect and understanding to promote a reciprocal relationship that was beneficial to both partners.