Foreign envoys eye cooperation with prosperous Xinjiang

Published: April 12,2024

Farmers transplant tomato seedlings at a farm in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, April 7, 2024. /CFP

Over 70 foreign diplomats from 49 countries attended a conference held in Beijing on Wednesday to learn about economic and social development and human rights protection achievements in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

Ambassadors issued positive comments on Xinjiang and some shared their experiences from visits to Xinjiang. They said they’re looking forward to more cooperation between their home countries and Xinjiang.

South African Ambassador to China Siyabonga Cyprian Cwele said that, during his visit to Xinjiang in 2023, he had experienced the hospitality of the local people, praising the region’s harmonious lifestyle and freedom of religion.

Ambassador of Türkiye to China Ismail Hakki Musa said Xinjiang has developed rapidly, and all ethnic groups enjoy good development rights.

Syrian Ambassador to China Mhd Hasanein Khaddam said Xinjiang’s development achievements are admirable, and the lies fabricated by some Western countries cannot hinder the prosperity and success of Xinjiang.

Iranian Ambassador to China Mohsen Bakhtiar said China has made a strong commitment to Xinjiang’s high-quality development. He said Xinjiang plays an important role in the Belt and Road Initiative, and its achievements in economic development, infrastructure, environmental protection, humanities, science and technology are impressive.

Kazakh Ambassador to China Shakhrat Nuryshev said the Xinjiang Pilot Free Trade Zone established last year contributes to the development of Xinjiang and neighboring countries.

Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil-ur-Rahman Hashmi said he appreciates the long-term friendly cooperation between Pakistan and China, and is looking forward to further strengthening cooperation with Xinjiang on trade, investment, and people-to-people and cultural exchanges.

Xinhua News Agency