On October 16, 2015, Ambassador Wang Hua of Guinea-Bissau met with the new Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Diaspora, Artur Silva.
Ambassador Wang conveyed Minister Wang Yi's congratulations and best wishes to Minister Silva on his appointment, expressing appreciation and gratitude for Silva's long-standing commitment to promoting the development of China-Guinea-Bissau relations. Ambassador Wang stated that China will continue to support Guinea-Bissau's economic and social development within its capacity, deepen traditional friendship, and benefit the peoples of both countries.
Minister Silva requested Ambassador Wang to convey his sincere greetings and best wishes to Minister Wang Yi, and mentioned that he has visited China multiple times since the 1980s. He was also fortunate to participate in the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in 2006, and he expressed genuine admiration for the great achievements in China's economic and social fields. Silva emphasized that he will work with the Chinese side to further promote mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields and elevate the bilateral relationship to a higher level.
The new Secretary of State for International Cooperation and Diaspora, Suzi Balbosa, was also present.