Responding to comments from a Kenyan economist, Lin highlighted that African nations maintain autonomy in their policies and that China-Africa cooperation is driven by African needs. This approach, he noted, has influenced Western and non-regional partners to consider African requirements and establish more equitable partnerships.
Lin emphasized that China's engagement with Africa is rooted in mutual interests and guided by principles of sincerity, tangible results, friendship, and shared benefits. He stressed that China's own modernization efforts have consistently supported African development, with a focus on respecting African countries as equals and avoiding the imposition of Chinese interests or will.
Addressing an article in a U.S. magazine suggesting China's success in the Global South through the provision of public goods, Lin positioned China as a natural member of the Global South. He stated China's commitment to supporting the genuine development and revitalization of Africa and other Global South partners.
Lin welcomed increased global attention and investment in Africa, encouraging other countries to view China-Africa cooperation positively. He also expressed China's openness to engaging in trilateral and multi-party cooperation with the international community, provided such efforts respect African countries' wishes and contribute to the continent's development and prosperity.
