Edgar A. Dikan, Minister of Regional Development of Republic of Suriname on Saturday led a delegation to make a friendly visit to Xianning, and Wu Gang, Deputy Mayor of Xianning accompanied them.

Edgar A. Dikan and his team visited Xianning Planning and Exhibition Hall and People’s Square, where they planted a friendship tree together. The delegation highly praised the achievements of economic and social development of Xianning, particularly; they were impressed by the park city image, taking pictures with their cell phones and cameras all the way.

Wu warmly welcomed the delegation and extended cordial greetings and best wishes to delegation members. He hopes this visit can deepen mutual understanding and enhance friendship.

Republic of Suriname is located in South America. In 2017 Xianning established sister city with Para, Republic of Suriname. In recent years, both sides make exchange visits over and over again. After visited Xianning, the delegation will take part in 2019 Belt and Road Forum for international Tea Industry Development and the fifth China Tea Industry Conference in Chibi. (By Huang Zhu/Xianning Daily)