BY ERNESTO TITO JAIME
Presenter of Journalist Training Center (CEFOJOR), Angola
China has currently established itself as an indispensable actor in discussions regarding the transformation of the international system. Viewing China from the perspective of my home country entails seeking to understand the economic, technological, diplomatic, and social shifts that are redefining inter-state relations.
China stands out for its unique capacity to harmonize tradition with modernity. While preserving vital elements of its history and culture, the country has made significant strides in innovation, infrastructure development, digitalization, and connectivity. This progress elicits interest not only for what it represents for China itself but also for its implications for other nations striving to accelerate their development.
In the context of global governance, China’s rise represents one of the most significant transformations of recent decades. The country has evolved from a position primarily associated with economic growth to one of increasingly active participation in international discussions on trade, development, climate change, security, technology, and multilateral cooperation.
For the African continent, this transformation deserves particular attention. Sino- African relations have deepened through trade, investment, infrastructure construction, technological cooperation, training, and people-to-people exchanges. The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has likewise become a key platform for international cooperation, fostering projects and partnerships across various regions of the world.
The Belt and Road Journalists Forum creates a valuable venue for dialogue among media professionals from across the globe. This dialogue will facilitate a deeper understanding of different perspectives on development and international cooperation, while highlighting the crucial role of the media in shaping a more informed global perception.
I see this forum as an opportunity to broaden knowledge, establish professional networks, and contribute to more nuanced and balanced coverage of China-Africa relations.
Global governance, in my view, calls for dialogue among different cultures, societies, and development models. In this process, the media plays a pivotal role.
I am confident that the 2026 Belt and Road Journalists Forum will provide a valuable opportunity for learning and professional engagement, bringing journalists closer together. Our goal is to gain a better understanding of China, deepen our knowledge of China-Africa cooperation, and contribute, through journalism, to a more contemporary and relevant international dialogue.
*The views and opinions expressed in the articles are solely those of the individual authors and do not reflect the position of the Secretariat of the Belt and Road Journalist Network.