By Othuke Evroh
Xiangdong Wang, President, China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), has stated that the Renovation and Construction of the Namibian High Commission Main Chancery and Staff Building is much more than just a construction site of brick and mortar.
Xiangdong Wang made this declaration while delivering his Welcome Address and Project Commitment at the Groundbreaking event held on the 6th of February, at the project site, Asokoro, Abuja.
According to him the Main Chancery will serve as a modern gateway for Namibia’s diplomatic mission in Nigeria, reflecting the stature and vision of the “Land of the Brave”, he stated.
Xiangdong Wang noted that CCECC recognized the significance of the facility to the mission’s operations, particularly as it relates to the enduring friendship between the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of Namibia.
”As a leading international contractor with presences in over 110 countries and regions, CCECC understands that a diplomatic mission requires the highest standards of precision and aesthetics. We hereby make the following firm commitments for this project”.
”We are committed to efficient project management to ensure completion within the stipulated time frame. We will deploy our most experienced engineers and utilize high-quality materials to ensure that every detail of the Chancery and residential building meets international standards.Today’s ceremony marks the beginning of a new chapter in the physical presence of Namibia in Abuja. It is also a testament to the enduring friendship between our nations and organizations. We are not just building offices; we are building a bridge for further cooperation and mutual success”, he said.
In his remarks, Zhou Hongyou, Charge’ d’Affaires of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria highlighted the importance of China-Namibia cooperation. “This ocasion marks not only the start of this significant project, but also the enduring friendship and close cooperation between the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of Namibia”, he said.
“China and Namibia share a relationship built on future trust, shared history and a common aspiration for development. The renovation and construction of the High Commission’s Facilities represent an important milestone in strengthening Namibia’s diplomatic presence in Nigeria and improving the working and living conditions of its diplomatic missions. Through this collaboration, we aim to contribute to the success of Namibia’s mission here in Nigeria, just as CCECC’s decision to execute this project reflects the high level political and mutual trust between our two nations as well as our shared commitment to advancing practical cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. We are confident that CCECC will execute this project with professionalism, high standard and strong sense of responsibility”, he declared.
In his address, H.E.Walde Natangwe Ndevashiya, High Commissioner of the Republic of Namibia to Nigeria, officially declared the commencement of the project, expressing optimism about the impact it will have on the embassy’s operations, staff welfare, the bilateral relations between both nations and Namibia’s diplomatic footprint in West Africa.
The commencement of this landmark project was witnessed by key figures from the diplomatic, construction and government sectors of both nations.
