Nigeria and China have strengthened their partnership through the 2025 Culture and Tourism Festival in Abuja, creating new opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in both countries. The event showcased music, dance, fashion, art, and cuisine, emphasizing how cultural exchange can drive business growth and economic cooperation.
The Chinese delegation, represented by Deputy Ambassador Zhou Hongyou, highlighted the deep historical ties between the two nations and the expanding tourism and trade links that open doors for SMEs. With more Nigerians visiting China and more Chinese tourists exploring Nigeria, businesses in hospitality, fashion, and arts stand to benefit.
Zhou noted that China's rich cultural diversity and Nigeria's vibrant traditions offer fertile ground for SMEs to innovate and collaborate across borders. He emphasized that cultural exchange helps deepen mutual understanding, which is essential for creating sustainable business partnerships.
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Nigeria's Foreign Affairs Ministry, represented by Ambassador Bolaji Akinremi, said the festival provides a platform for SMEs to showcase their products and services to an international audience. He pointed to Nigeria's renowned cultural festivals, such as Argungu and Ofala, as opportunities for local businesses to attract tourists and grow.
The festival, organized by the China Cultural Centre in Nigeria with partners including the African Fashion Festival Vogue, featured exhibitions, fashion shows, and culinary events. It drew diplomats and business leaders from multiple countries, highlighting the event's potential to open new markets for SMEs.
This cultural and tourism exchange signals growing economic cooperation that SMEs can leverage to expand their reach and contribute to the economic development of both Nigeria and China.
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