China pays tribute as it mourns a great friend
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Chinese Vice President Li Yuanchao expressed deep condolences and paid high tribute to former South African President Nelson Mandela, saying Chinese will always cherish Mandela’s contributions to China-South Africa relations.
Speaking at the memorial service in the FNB stadium in Johannesburg, the special representative of Chinese President Xi Jinping said Mandela was the pride of the African people.
“For all his life, he had strived for the liberation of African nations, championed the dignity of the African people and endeavored to advance the unity of all African countries and move forward Africa’s cooperation with the world,” Li said.
He referred to Mandela as one of the founding fathers of China-South Africa relations.
“Mandela had committed himself to China-South Africa friendship and China-Africa cooperation with great passion.” Li said.
“The Chinese people will always cherish the memory of his significant contribution to China-South Africa friendship and China-Africa relations,” he said.
“We are deeply saddened by the loss of such a great friend. At the same time, we are heartened to see that the cause Mandela started will be carried forward,” he said.
He said South Africa was a major emerging country which is playing a constructive role on the international stage and actively upholding the legitimate rights and interests of developing countries.
“China stands ready to work with South Africa to deepen the China-South Africa comprehensive strategic partnership, bring benefits to the two countries and their two peoples, and make positive contributions to the noble cause of world peace and development,” he said.
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