A Sixth Chinese Ambassador in Africa Says Farewell

Li Lianhe, China’s ambassador to Algeria, is the sixth Chinese ambassador wrapping up his tour of duty to Africa. He joins his colleagues in Burkina Faso, Rwanda, Namibia, and Gabon who have finished their tours.

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