Mogadishu(SONNA)-China is saddened to learn the sudden passing of H.E. President Nkurunziza and expressed its deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the government and people of Burundi and the family of H.E. President Nkurunziza.
President Nkurunziza was a strong champion of national sovereignty and independence against foreign interference. He played an active role in helping his country find a development path that suits its national conditions. He was deeply respected and adored by his people.
President Nkurunziza was also a good friend to the Chinese people as he was devoted to the cause of China-Burundi friendship and contributed greatly to deepening bilateral all-weather partnership. At this moment of grief, the Chinese people’s hearts are with our friends in Burundi.
Burundi is China’s “all-weather” partner and friend in Africa. China is ready to work with Burundi to consolidate friendship and mutual trust, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation and strengthen international coordination to elevate bilateral relations to a higher level.
