Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, met with China’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, H.E. Sun Yeli, in Beijing on Monday, where Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cultural and creative economy collaboration with China.
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The high-level meeting, part of Musawa’s official visit to China, centred on the swift implementation of existing memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between the two nations and updating agreements to encompass emerging areas in culture, tourism, and the creative industries. The discussions further explored investment opportunities in infrastructure to enhance bilateral cooperation.
Building on the momentum of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent state visit to China, both ministers agreed on practical steps to translate cultural diplomacy into concrete outcomes.
A key aspect of the engagement was the presentation by the managing director of the Nigerian Film Corporation, Ali Nuhu, who outlined opportunities for collaboration within Nigeria’s growing film industry, highlighting its potential as a platform for cultural exchange and investment.
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The Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy stated that the meeting underscores Nigeria’s commitment to expanding its global presence in culture and tourism while fostering sustainable opportunities within the creative sectors.
The discussions mark a significant step in Nigeria’s strategy to position culture and the creative industries as drivers of economic growth. With tourism, film, fashion, and heritage central to the talks, the visit emphasised the shared goal of both countries to strengthen cultural diplomacy and open new avenues for collaboration.
Looking ahead, Monday’s meeting is expected to lay the foundation for deeper exchanges, increased investment, and a more robust cultural partnership between Nigeria and China.