Beijing, China - July 16, 2024

Beijing, China - Recent

The Chinese Ambassador to Vanuatu reiterated China's full respect for the Pacific country's sovereignty and culture, stressing that Vanuatu officials have studiously examined the writings of Chinese President Xi Jinping on governance.

Speaking on China Global Television Network (CGTN), Ambassador Li Minggang highlighted Vanuatu's recognition of China's modernization efforts.

Li underscored China's commitment to enhancing South-South cooperation while advancing its own modernization efforts, offering significant opportunities for countries in the Global South, including Vanuatu.

The ambassador also expressed confidence in close collaboration among China, Vanuatu, and other Pacific Island nations to achieve mutual prosperity.

Shotlist:
Beijing, China - Recent:
1. Animation showing Vanuatu's location;
Port Vila, Vanuatu - Recent
2. SOUNDBITE (English) Li Minggang, China's Ambassador to Vanuatu (ending with shot 3):
"The Vanuatu side follows closely and appreciates the progress of the Chinese path towards modernization and hopes to draw on the governance experience of China. Many members of the Prime Minister's delegation have read President Xi's works: the Governance of China, the classics by President Xi Jinping. And they told me, on many occasions that they want to learn relevant experience from the Chinese leaders in person.";
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3. Aerial shots of cityscape;
Port Vila, Vanuatu - Recent
4. SOUNDBITE (English) Li Minggang, China's Ambassador to Vanuatu (starting with shot 3):
"As a member of the Global South, China will attach more attention and investment to the South-South cooperation in the process of pursuing modernization, bringing immense opportunities for the Global South countries including Vanuatu.";
FILE: Port Vila, Vanuatu - Oct 16, 2017
5. Various of ocean; ships, buildings at coastal area;
Port Vila, Vanuatu - Recent
6. Aerial shots of Korman Stadium;
7. SOUNDBITE (English) Li Minggang, China's Ambassador to Vanuatu (starting with shot 6):
"China will always uphold the four 'fully respect' principles proposed by President Xi, namely China fully respects the sovereignty and the independence of Pacific island countries, fully respects their will, fully respects their cultural traditions, and fully respects their efforts to seek strength through unity. China, Vanuatu and other Pacific island countries will help each other, share opportunities for development, and embark on the journey to common prosperity.";
FILE: Port Vila, Vanuatu - Oct 16, 2017
8. Local market;
9. Pedestrians.

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