FG, China Explore Opportunities in Tourism, Creative Economy

• Musawa welcomed the partnership proposal, assuring China of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s dedication to expanding bilateral ties and economic growth.
• Chinese Ambassador highlighted various untapped areas that could economically benefit both countries
• Both parties expressed excitement over the prospects of these potential partnerships and the impact they could have on their respective nations’ economies.

In a meeting held in Abuja on Tuesday, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, HE Yu Dunhai, and Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, engaged in discussions exploring potential partnership opportunities between the two nations.

Eko Hot Blog reports that Ambassador Dunhai highlighted various untapped areas that could economically benefit both countries, including collaborations on training and capacity building, as well as online and offline training programs to promote tourism.

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Both parties expressed excitement over the prospects of these potential partnerships and the impact they could have on their respective nations’ economies.

“China would like to explore opportunities for cultural exchange, allowing Nigerian artists to tap into the Chinese market, where there is a growing demand for Nigerian music.

“We are committed to strengthening ties between our two nations in various areas of interest.

“I believe that this partnership will unlock new opportunities for growth, innovation, and cultural exchange, and I look forward to working together to make it a success.”

Nigerian and Chinese officials explored opportunities for collaboration in technology development, focusing on animation, incubation programs for young creatives, and streamlined visa processes for stakeholders in tourism and creative sectors.

Musawa welcomed the partnership proposal, assuring China of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s dedication to expanding bilateral ties and economic growth.

“I am delighted to welcome China’s interest in partnering with Nigeria to develop our tourism and creative sectors.

“This partnership will not only boost our economy but also foster cultural exchange and understanding between our nations.

“The ministry will prioritize infrastructural development and will sustain its policy drive towards revamping tourism sites in the country such as Yankari Game Reserve, Obudu Ranch Resorts, Tinapa, Evin-Ijesha Water Fountain, amongst others, taking a cue from beautiful and scenic tourist sites in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Mexico and other parts of the world, most of which can be replicated in Nigeria.”

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With the creative sector contributing 4% to Nigeria’s economy and a target of $100 billion in investment, this partnership is expected to yield significant benefits for both nations.

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