Monrovia, Liberia, Feb 8, 2010-The Minister of the Liberian Health and Social Welfare Minister, Dr. Walter Gwenigale, has commended the Chinese Government for remaining firm thus far in its drive to assist Liberia in every sector, especially the health care development of the nation, during his visit to a China-aid hospital project located in Tappita Town, Nimba County, 270 km away from the capital Monrovia.

Minister Gwenigale's trip is accompanied by Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, ZHOU Yuxiao, World Health Organization Country Representative, Dr. Nestor Nadayimirije and Hon. Edwin Gaye, Chairman of the Health Committee of the House of Representatives etc..

He said the China-aid Tappita Hospital project still undergoing construction is yet another example among the countless contributions being made by the Chinese in the rebuilding process of Liberia, which shows clearly the firm commitment of a strong partnership.

During his remarks in a welcoming gathering in Tappita Town, Ambassador ZHOU expressed his appreciation towards Liberian Government, especially the Minsitry of Health and Social Welfare, for their cooperation and readiness in helping China side to implement the China-aid project at its earliest possible way. Amb. ZHOU also urged Liberian side to make everything ready before the turnover of the hospital, which is to be completed by the end of July, 2010, so as to make sure Liberian people benefit the fully equipped modern hospital complex at its earliest time. At last, this senior diplomat reiterated the comitment of the Chinese Government to fully support Liberian Government in its peace and reconstruction effort.

The China-Aid Tappita Hospital after completion is to be equipped with modern medical equipments and instruments sponsored also by Chinese Government, which is estimated to benefit the whole southeast region of Liberia, where the people have long been suffering from the inadequacy of the health service.