Faure’s Visit to China: 13 Agreements Signed with Beijing to Expand Economic Cooperation

Author: Ayi Renaud DossaviPublished on: October 17, 2026Country: Togo

Business & EconomyWorld / InternationalTechnology

Faure’s Visit to China: 13 Agreements Signed with Beijing to Expand Economic Cooperation

Faure Gnassingbé’s official visit to China from October 9 to 16, 2026, resulted in 13 economic, trade and technology agreements. A protocol sets phytosanitary requirements for Togolese soybean exports to China, as Togo’s production exceeded 260,000 tonnes in the 2024–2025 season and the country promotes local processing. The commitments also cover customs cooperation, digital trade, green development, and training in robotics and 6G technology. Bilateral trade reached $5.43 billion in 2025, while a memorandum provides for partial cancellation of Togo’s debt, with no amount specified.

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