Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aivedatiwa, has reiterated his commitment to further enhance the existing relationship between the state and the People’s Republic of China to boost the economic fortunes of the state.
The governor, disclosed this, while receiving the Deputy Mayor of the Linyi Municipal People’s Government of Shandong City, China, Sun Deshi, and his team at the Governor’s Office in Akure, the state capital,
Speaking on the mutual benefits for Nigeria and China, he emphasised that the state is rich in natural and human resources.
The governor advocated for an increased exchange of business ideas, particularly in technology education, and agriculture, to help Nigeria overcome current challenges.
While assuring the delegates of the state’s maximum support, he affirmed the continuity of the working agreement signed by the late Oluwarotimi Akeredolu with the Chinese city for the operation of Ondo-Linyi Industry Park in Ore, Odigbo Local Council of the state.
Aivedatiwa also stressed that his administration would make the state more attractive and conducive for investors to do business.
On his part, Deputy Mayor Sun Deshi of Linyi Municipal People’s Government expressed China’s interest in collaborating with the state to expand the already established companies, emphasising China’s expertise in technology, agriculture, and construction.