By Staff writer
Chinese Embassy in South Sudan officially handed over a consignment of humanitarian aid to Magwi County, Eastern Equatoria State, in a ceremony held in Juba.
The event was attended by key dignitaries, including H.E. Ma Qiang, the Chinese Ambassador to South Sudan; Julius Ajeo Moilinga, Chairperson of the Eastern Equatoria State Parliamentary Caucus of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA).
Other officials include Betty Achan Ogwaro and Lokang Imoya Lujina Salvatore, both members of the TNLA; and Mr. Lawrence Akola Sarafino, Director General for Planning, Training and Coordination of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management of South Sudan.
Chinese Ambassador Ma Qiang emphasized that the aid distribution to Magwi County represents a tangible outcome of the discussions between Chinese President Xi Jinping and South Sudanese President Salva Kiir Mayardit at the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit.
He highlighted the initiative as a practical demonstration of China’s commitment to building a shared future for humanity.
“China remains dedicated to providing assistance to South Sudan within its capacity, supporting the nation’s economic development and improving the livelihoods of its people,” Ambassador Ma Qiang stated.
South Sudanese officials, led by Moilinga, expressed their profound gratitude for the timely and benevolent aid.
They acknowledged the Chinese Embassy’s support in addressing the urgent needs of the distressed population in Magwi County.
“This aid will be swiftly distributed to the residents of Magwi County,” Moilinga affirmed.
In addition to the humanitarian supplies, Ambassador Ma Qiang presented South Sudanese officials with the fourth volume of “Xi Jinping: The Governance of China.”