A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the People’s Republic of China (PRC) as a significant partner for the development of the country.

Speaking in an interview in Abuja on Wednesday, the APC National Vice-Chairman (Northeast), Dr. Comrade Mustapha Salihu, said the party is in full alignment with the federal government’s diplomatic stance with the PRC.

The APC chieftain affirmed the party’s unwavering commitment to the One-China Principle, recognising Taiwan as an integral part of the People’s Republic of China (PRC).

He expressed the party’s readiness to strengthen ties with the Communist Party of China (CPC) through collaboration in cultural exchange, trade, education, and human capital development.

“Nigeria is unequivocally committed to the One-China Principle. Consequently, the policies and principles of the APC will mirror those of our federal government in diplomatic matters,” he said.

He stated that China regards Nigeria as equals rather than a lesser nation, adding that the perspective fosters a relationship of mutual progress.

Therefore, he stressed that it is wise for the government to support the One-China Principle, reiterating the APC’s firm support for the government’s diplomatic policies, stating,
He praised the positive outcomes of Nigeria-China diplomatic relations, particularly in trade, investment, and infrastructural development.

He explained that such a partnership with China has yielded substantial results, as witnessed in the construction of extensive roads, bridges, and railways by Chinese companies, with counterpart funding from the Chinese government.

“In addition, projects such as the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) natural gas pipeline and various free trade zones in Nigeria have been funded, in whole or in part, by Chinese institutions.

Chinese enterprises are eager to establish factories and businesses in Nigeria, and many are already contributing to our economy,” he noted.

Salihu attributed the influx of foreign investment in Nigeria to the APC administration’s business-friendly policies, including amendments to the Companies and Allied Matters Act, which have streamlined processes for investors.