Niger Journalists Attend Seminar in Beijing

A seminar for Nigerien information officials and journalists opened on November 10, 2026, at the Guoyi Hotel in Beijing, China. The event, organized by China's Ministry of Commerce, aims to strengthen traditional friendship between China and developing countries, promote media cooperation, and contribute to human resource development, economic growth, and societal progress in developing nations. The seminar will feature presentations on various topics, including Chinese governance, international communication, sustainable agriculture, and poverty reduction.

The 20-day seminar will cover a range of subjects, including concepts and practices of Chinese governance, China's evolution through stories from its residents, international communication through short videos, sustainable agriculture practices, and China's poverty reduction policies and practices. Participants will also engage in thematic conferences, specialized discussions, study visits, and cultural experiences. A conference on China Media Group's communication practices towards Africa and Sino-Nigerien media cooperation is also scheduled.

The seminar is part of China's external aid programs, actively encouraged by Chinese leaders. It aims to provide a platform for dialogue, experience sharing, and mutual learning. Zhu Zhongshu, Deputy Director of the International Studies and Training Center of China's International Communication Group, emphasized that the seminar is a concrete initiative to implement the consensus reached by the two countries' leaders. He highlighted the importance of sharing experiences and learning from each other on issues of common interest.

Abdoulaye Tiémogo, Special Advisor to the President of Niger, led the Nigerien delegation to the seminar. He welcomed the opportunity to participate in the training program, which aims to enhance the capacity of Nigerien communication ministry officials and journalists. Tiémogo expressed appreciation for the friendship and mutual respect between Niger and China, adding that the seminar will allow participants to share experiences and learn from each other.

The seminar's program includes a conference on the humanistic spirit in traditional Chinese culture, as well as study visits and cultural experiences. Participants will also learn about China's practices in sustainable agriculture and its international communication strategies. The event is expected to foster greater cooperation and understanding between China and Niger in the media sector.

The seminar is a significant initiative to promote media cooperation and capacity building between China and developing countries. It reflects China's commitment to supporting the development of human resources, economy, and society in countries like Niger. The event is expected to have a positive impact on the media landscape in Niger and enhance the skills of its journalists and information officials.

Key points

• The seminar aims to strengthen traditional friendship between China and developing countries and promote cooperation in the media sector.