On June 23, 2026, Li Minggang, Chinese Ambassador to Vanuatu, handed over the China-aided Emergency Evacuation Center on Malakula Island to Jotham Napat, Prime Minister of Vanuatu. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Johnny Koanapo, Minister of Infrastructure Xavier Harry , Minister of Climate Change Ralph Regenvanu, Members of Parliament from Malakula Island, Malampa Provincial President Berry Jeppy, and local residents attended the ceremony.

Ambassador Li stated that since the establishment of diplomatic relations more than 40 years ago, China has supported Vanuatu in implementing its national development strategies, building infrastructure extensively, enhancing climate resilience, and improving people’s livelihoods. Looking ahead, China will continue to work with Vanuatu in accordance with the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, carrying out all-weather and all-round cooperation and jointly building a China-Vanuatu community with a shared future in the new era.

Prime Minister Napat expressed appreciation for China’s long-term assistance to Vanuatu, noting that China is a true friend of Vanuatu. He said China’s steadfast support in helping Vanuatu address climate change and advance infrastructure development demonstrates the profound friendship between the two countries.

During the event, Ambassador Li also attended the launching of Asphalt Pavement construction and Signing of Phase III Norsup Airport Project by CCECC.