China’s Xi Welcomes Democratic Republic of Congo Counterpart | VOA News

Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed his counterpart from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Felix Tshisekedi for talks in Beijing. Tshisekedi was greeted by Xi at a welcome ceremony outside The Great Hall of the People. Tshisekedi then met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang for talks. He was expected to renegotiate a mineral infrastructure contract that had been signed in 2008 with China. The DRC is a leading producer of cobalt, a key element for the manufacture of batteries. #china #congo #drc #voanews (AP) » Subscribe to VOA News: » Watch more VOA News video: Voice of America (VOA) is the largest U.S. international broadcaster, providing news and information in more than 40 languages to an estimated weekly audience of 236.8 million people. VOA produces content for digital, television, and radio platforms. It is easily accessed via your mobile phone and on social media. It is also distributed by satellite, cable, FM and MW, and is carried on a network of approximately 3,000 affiliate stations. Since its creation in 1942, Voice of America has been committed to providing comprehensive coverage of the news and telling audiences the truth. Through World War II, the Cold War, the fight against global terrorism, and the struggle for freedom around the globe today, VOA exemplifies the principles of a free press. Connect with VOA News: » VISIT OUR WEBSITE: » LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: » FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: » FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: