On July 23, 2018, Ambassador He Xiangdong met with H.E. Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic of South Sudan. Also present in the meeting was Hon. Mayiik Ayii Deng, Minister in the Office of the President.

Ambassador He said that China is expecting President Kiir to attend the upcoming FOCAC Beijing Summit and this summit will provide an important new opportunity for China-Africa and China-South Sudan mutual beneficial cooperation.

President Kiir said that FOCAC makes great contribution to the African economic and social development, and South Sudan benefits a lot from FOCAC. He looks forward to attending the FOCAC Beijing Summit in early September and believes that the summit will be a complete success.

President Kiir also briefed Ambassador He the current development of South Sudan peace process.