President Xi Jinping outlined four principles for constructive engagement in resolving hotspots in Africa during a meeting with Togolese President of the Council of Ministers, Faure Gnassingbe, on Tuesday.

Xi underscored the need to uphold African leadership in regional affairs, noting that African peoples are the true masters of their destiny and must play a central role.

The head of State emphasized that China supports the continent’s nations, the African Union (AU), and sub-regional organizations in pursuit of unity and development.

He highlighted the importance of maintaining justice and equity in international interventions.

Xi urged respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the states involved and called for practicing genuine multilateralism and seeking fair solutions through talks.

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