On Friday, May 31, 2024, The Ministry of Defence, under the leadership of Chief of Cabinet Mrs. Ana Carascalão Gomes, alongside Director-General of National Defense Policy (DG-PDN) Mr. Nuno Carvalho Santos, and Director-General of Defense Resources Mr. Martinho Soares Moniz, convened a diplomatic meeting with Superintendent RADM SHAO Shuguang and his delegation from the Dalian Naval Academy. This meeting occurred at the Ministry of Defense building in Fatuhada, Dili.

The gathering coincided with the visit of the naval vessel Qi Jiguang to Timor-Leste, scheduled to berth at Dili Port for three days.

The primary aim of the meeting was to strengthen the bond between Timor-Leste and the Chinese government, fostering better communication within the defense sector of both nations and advancing peace and stability in the region.

During the proceedings, Chief of Cabinet Mrs. Ana Carascalão Gomes conveyed gratitude, on behalf of Defense Minister Rear Admiral Donaciano da Costa Gomes 'Pedro Klamar Fuik', Ph.D., to the Chinese government for its unwavering support to Timor-Leste, particularly in defense and economic matters.

Similarly, Superintendent RADM SHAO Shuguang expressed appreciation for the warm hospitality and kindness extended by the Timorese people, notably by government officials and military personnel upon their arrival at Dili Port.

RADM SHAO also highlighted his impression of Timor-Leste as a land of generosity, hospitality, and captivating natural beauty, leaving a profound impact on the delegation from the Chinese Navy.

As the meeting drew to a close, both parties exchanged tokens of appreciation as a symbolic gesture to further promote Timor-Leste's national products and deepen cooperation between the two nations within the defense sector, thus ensuring lasting peace and stability in the region.

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