Minister Song Tao of the International Department of the Communist Party of China announced that his government has decided to donate US$600,000 worth of projects to Davao City.
The Chinese minister, leading a delegation of Chinese officials, revealed this during the regular council session held at Sangguniang Panlungsod Building on Tuesday.
This donation will be comprised of US$400,000 worth of school building which will be given to the Bolton Elementary School and US$200,000 worth of water pumping stations for three barangays located in Davao.
Minister Song Tao revealed it has always been his desire to visit Davao City.
“Even in my time as the Chinese ambassador, I have always wanted to come to Davao,” he said. “Today, my dream has come true.”
He said Davao City is a well-known city in the Philippines and that for 30 years or more, under the leadership of the president and the city government, the city of Davao has made great opportunities.
“Davao is considered one of the most important cities in the country. As your friend, we are proud to see your achievements and we want to express our heartfelt congratulations to all of you,” he told members of the city council.
The minister also expressed his appreciation to President Rodrigo Duterte for his advocacy against crime particularly, his fight against drugs.
“Let us strengthen the foundation of trust and boost the cooperation within China and Philippines. We are willing to work together to contribute peace and prosperity for the progress of our countries. Long live the friendship between China and the Philippines,” Minister Song Tao concluded.
Among the visitors were Chinese Ambassador Zhao Jianhua; IDCPC’s Director General Yuan Zhibing, Consular Peng Xiubin, Director Du Dingding, Deputy Directors Zhao Qiang and Cao Zhigang; Chinese Embassy’s Director Yu Jun, Second Secretary Liu Yongjie and Third Secretary Wu Lin; and China Foundation of Peace and Development’s Director General Xu Zhensui, with Tinn Geng and Yao Yuwen.
