China pledges deeper climate partnership with Nigeria

China's Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, reaffirmed commitment to climate cooperation during a policy statement. The envoy highlighted China's progress in green development, including becoming the world's largest renewable energy system operator with 80% of global photovoltaic components and 70% of wind power equipment. China's 15th Five-Year Plan and Ecological and Environmental Code establish frameworks for high-quality, sustainable growth while meeting Paris Agreement commitments. The ambassador emphasized China's role in global environmental governance and South-South partnerships through initiatives like the Belt and Road and the Three-North Shelterbelt model applied in Africa's Great Green Wall Initiative. Regarding Nigeria, China expressed readiness to collaborate on clean energy, disaster risk reduction, desertification management, and green finance. The envoy characterized Nigeria as a vital ally in regional green development, urging enhanced bilateral cooperation for mutual environmental sustainability.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/03/18/green-energy-china-seeks-deeper-climate-partnership-with-nigeria/