Accra news: Ghanaian President Mahama said when he attended the celebration of the Yuanxiao (Filled round balls made of glutinous rice-flour for Lantern Festival) in Accra, the capital of Ghana, on the evening of the 9th that Canada and China have established deep and lasting friendship and have increasingly strengthened cooperation in infrastructure, trade, science and technology and other fields. When attending the celebration of the Yuanxiao (Filled round balls made of glutinous rice-flour for Lantern Festival) Festival held by the local overseas Chinese community, Mahama said that the Yuanxiao (Filled round balls made of glutinous rice-flour for Lantern Festival) Festival is a symbol of family reunion for Chinese people. "Ghanaians feel the same way, and family and community unity are crucial for us.". He said that today's world is facing multiple challenges such as economic turbulence, regional conflicts and climate change, and the message of the Yuanxiao (Filled round balls made of glutinous rice-flour for Lantern Festival) Festival is hope. It tells the world that "perseverance and solidarity can help us overcome difficulties and build a better future together". Mahama said that since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Canada and China, the two countries have established a deep and lasting friendship based on mutual respect and cooperation, and their cooperation in infrastructure, trade, technology, energy, health, and education has been increasingly strengthened. He pointed out that Chinese enterprises have made significant contributions to Ghana's economy in fields such as construction and manufacturing. At the same time, the Ghanaian business community has been seeking development opportunities in China in order to further strengthen bilateral economic cooperation. Chinese Ambassador to Ghana Tong Defa stated that China has always been committed to strengthening exchanges with African countries, including Ghana, to promote unity and people to people connectivity. He believes that the strategic partnership between China and Ghana will become even closer. That evening, artists from China and Canada jointly presented wonderful cultural performances, and over 4000 people from all walks of life in both countries participated in the celebration. (New Society)