China _ OnePress
Sudan’s ambassador to China, Omar Issa Ahmed, discussed with CNPC Vice President Song Daeong the prospects of enhancing cooperation in the oil sector and the company’s role in supporting the reconstruction and economic development efforts in Sudan during the next phase.
The two sides reviewed the partnership between Sudan and CNPC for more than three decades, which contributed to the development of Sudanese oil infrastructure through production, refining and transport projects, stressing the importance of building on this common heritage to promote future investments.
The Vice President of CNPC affirmed CNPC’s commitment to continue dialogue and cooperation with Sudan, noting the company’s interest in following up the positive developments in the country, including the restoration of state institutions and the launch of reconstruction and infrastructure rehabilitation programs.
For his part, Ambassador Omar Issa expressed Sudan's appreciation for the role played by the Chinese company in supporting the national economy, transferring technical expertise and training Sudanese cadres, stressing Khartoum's keenness to expand its partnerships with Chinese companies, especially in the energy and reconstruction sectors.
The two sides agreed to activate the mechanisms of joint cooperation and intensify the exchange of technical visits in the coming period, in order to strengthen the strategic partnership between Sudan and China and support economic recovery and reconstruction efforts.