Vice President Dr. Mohamed Waheed has last evening, returned from Chengu City, China after attending the 12th Western China International Fair (WCIF). The Vice President was accompanied by Madam Ilham Hussain.
The Vice President inaugurated the 12th Western China International Fair, as part of his visit to China. The WCIF is a fair organized by the Sichuan Provincial Government of China, with the purpose of attracting investors from abroad as well as showcasing Chinese exports.
During his visit, the Vice President met with Deputy Speaker of Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, State Leader Wang Zhaoguo. During discussions held in this visit the Vice President highlighted on increasing the number of opportunities for Maldivian students to study in China. The Vice President further discussed on harnessing China’s position as a leader in renewable energy, and achieving carbon neutrality in the Maldives.
The Vice President also met with the Chairman of China’s Exhibition and Travel Group (ETG). ETG is currently in discussions with the government of Maldives to develope a mega-tourist project in Huvadhu Atoll.
The Vice President also met with the Governor of Sichuan Province Jiang Jufeng. At this meeting the Governor thanked the Vice President for assistance given by the Maldives to Sichuan Province during the earthquake of 2008. The Vice President held discussions with regard to improving relations between the two countries.
The Vice President addressed the Sichuan Province University during his visit to China.