What Tinubu told Portugal, Vietnam, Kuwait revealed

The improvement of the economic significance of Nigeria’s bilateral relations with its partners has been demanded by President Bola Tinubu.

The ambassadors of Portugal, Biu Quoc Hung, the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and the State of Kuwait, Salim Khalifa Mohammed Almuzayen, presented the President with Letters of Credence at the Presidential Villa on Thursday in Abuja.

The President conveyed his gratitude for Nigeria’s long-standing relationship with Portugal, as well as their mutual interest in trade, culture, and the oil and gas industry, all of which have benefited both nations.

“It is good to have you in Nigeria. I am happy you are familiar with Nigeria and the environment. I believe that with your presence, our bilateral relations will be further improved. I am happy you are also present in other West African countries.

“I have been informed of your economic interest in Nigeria. We need to work together for more localised productions as regards mineral deposits. I have an open-door policy, and you can always reach me through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and my Chief of Staff, Right Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila,’’ the President said.

The Portuguese envoy responded by saying that his nation’s investors are very interested in Nigeria and that their gas commerce with Nigeria predates the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and will continue.

“I will work on our agreements on improving economic relations. There is no shortage of interest in the areas of development where we can be partners. We are one of the highest buyers of gas from Nigeria, and we remain grateful for the supplies.

“We have long-standing mutual relations when it comes to energy. Before the Russia and Ukraine war, we have been getting our gas from Nigeria. Portuguese companies are also handling the rail line construction from Kano to Niger Republic. It will be ready in two years,” the Portuguese ambassador said.

President Tinubu stated during his discussion with the Vietnamese envoy that Nigeria’s manufacturing sector is prepared to gain from the automation know-how and technological advancements of the Asian nation.

“Thank you for coming to work in Nigeria. We share a lot with Vietnam in terms of diversity and values.

“We really value our bilateral agreements with your country, Vietnam, especially in the area of technology. We look forward to adding more value to the partnership with you in terms of collaboration for development,” the President said.

Responding, the Vietnamese ambassador said: “Under your leadership, I see Nigeria overcoming most of her challenges and taking its place among the happiest people in the world.”

The purpose of Ambassador Hung’s visit, he continued, is to deepen bilateral understanding and boost business connections.

During a separate meeting, President Tinubu expressed his gratitude to the Emir and the Crown Prince as well as the Kuwaiti envoy for his nation’s long-standing positive relations with Nigeria.

“I am glad we are pulling strings to enhance the value of our relationship. We are both committed to the development of our people and will explore opportunities for economic ties. I have an open-door policy so you can always reach me,” the President said.

The President was given the assurance by the Kuwaiti envoy that every effort would be made to enhance bilateral relations for the mutual advantage of both nations.

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