Rwandese and Chinese government officials held meetings in Beijing this week where the two countries committed to strengthening the ties between the two countries.

The Rwanda delegation held talks with China's Vice President and officials from China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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According to Rwanda's Minister for Foreign Affairs Louise Mushikiwabo, who led his country's delegation, they discussed how they could strengthen cooperation between the two countries.

They also discussed the implementation of projects under the China-Africa Cooperation Forum, (FOCAC).

"We have great relations with China, and both countries are keen on taking the cooperation to another level," Mushikiwabo said in an interview with the press.

The Rwandese Minister added that they also discussed business opportunities in Rwanda and available investment opportunities.

According to the minister, construction and road projects, as well as the ongoing construction of the railway line in Rwanda, were discussed.

The Chinese government has supported various projects in Rwanda. Among the high profile ones are the construction of an office block that will host multiple government ministries.

A road network of up to 54 kilometers is also being constructed in Kigali.

Changing policies and trends in global peace and policy were also discussed, with the role that China can play in addressing them being the focus.

China has been actively involved in peacekeeping efforts and like Rwanda, Beijing has peace keepers in South Sudan.

The Rwandan delegation consisted of Minister Mushikiwabo, Lt. Gen. Karenzi Karake who is the presidential advisor on defense and security, and Rwanda's Ambassador to China, Lt. Gen. Charles Kayonga.

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