Chongqing - A group of 35 journalists from 31 African countries visited Chongqing from September 6 to 10 following their coverage of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit in Beijing. This visit marked the largest delegation of African media to tour the city in recent years, with Chongqing being their only stop after Beijing.
The delegation's visit was part of the "@Chongqing @World" initiative, organized by the Chongqing Municipal Foreign Affairs Office. A key focus of the visit was the Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences, where the journalists were introduced to the latest advancements in agricultural technology, including smart agriculture, high-yield crop varieties, and sustainable farming practices.
African Journalists Visiting the Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences (Photo/Feng Xiaolou)
The Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences has played a pivotal role in advancing agricultural research in China. The academy contributes to China’s agricultural progress and actively supports agricultural development in Africa through technology transfer and collaboration. One such example is the academy’s involvement in Tanzania's China-funded agricultural technology demonstration center, which has helped improve crop yields and rural incomes.
During the visit, Mohamed Saad, a journalist from Sudan, expressed his admiration for the academy’s achievements, saying, "Everything here is impressive. It is a hope for the whole world through Chinese people and through this city to improve agriculture."
Simasiku Mubiana, a journalist from Zambia, highlighted the relevance of these innovations for his country, which faces severe water shortages. "This year, we have been hit by severe drought. So most of our farmers have been severely affected. I am impressed by the rice production here and hope we can introduce the high-yield rice variety in my country," he said.
A Delegation of 35 African Journalists Visiting the Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences (Photo/Feng Xiao Lou)
The visit also opened discussions on the potential collaboration between Chinese and African journalists in telling stories of agricultural development and cooperation. Joan Crisante de Pina, a journalist for Radio Televisao Cabo-Verdiana, emphasized this opportunity, stating, "Chinese and African journalists can work together—especially when we are sharing stories, such as the Chinese examples of investment in Africa, especially in the agricultural area. There are many different types of stories we can share."
A Delegation of 35 African Journalists Visiting the Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences (Photo/Feng Xiaolou)
The African journalists' visit to Chongqing underscored the city’s commitment to international cooperation and its role in promoting sustainable agricultural development. Through initiatives like these, Chongqing showcases its advancements and strengthens the bond between China and Africa, fostering a shared vision for a prosperous future.
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