习近平与外国友人的故事丨一封复信背后的中非情

Core Points - The collaboration between Beijing Jiaotong University and China Road and Bridge Corporation initiated a program to train Kenyan undergraduates in 2016, leading to significant educational and economic impacts in Kenya [1] - The completion of the Mombasa-Nairobi Railway in 2017 has been a catalyst for local economic development, creating over 74,000 jobs and training more than 2,800 high-quality railway professionals [1] - Kenyan students and alumni expressed their gratitude to President Xi Jinping in a letter, highlighting their commitment to fostering Sino-Kenyan friendship and applying their knowledge in railway management [1] - President Xi Jinping responded positively, encouraging the students to contribute to Sino-Kenyan and Sino-African relations [1] Group 1 - The Mombasa-Nairobi Railway has been referred to as a "road of development" and "road of happiness" by the local population, indicating its perceived value [1] - The program has not only focused on education but also on practical applications in railway safety and management, as exemplified by Lin Nai's role in safety supervision on the railway [1] - The initiative reflects a broader trend of Sino-African cooperation projects that aim to empower African youth and enhance their career prospects [2]