In an exclusive interview with China Media Group (CMG), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, chairperson of the African Union Commission, said China-Africa cooperation is based on equality, mutual respect and shared interests, rejecting hegemonic approaches. He praised China's development path as an inspiration for Africa, expressed strong support for China-proposed global initiatives, and highlighted closer alignment between China's development planning and Africa's Agenda 2063 to deliver tangible benefits to people on both sides.