China And São Tomé and Principe Establish Formal Diplomatic Ties

China and São Tomé  and Principe on Monday formally established full diplomatic ties between the two nations. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his counterpart from Sao Tome, Urbino Botelho, signed books at a ceremony in front of their flags in Beijing on Monday.

Prime Minister Patrice Trovoada of São Tomé and Principe has said that breaking relations with Taiwan was the correct decision.  She also highlighted China is growing importance and strategic partnership was needed to improve the lives of São Toméans.