此生難捨是非洲：我對非洲的情緣和認識 Africa a lifetime of memories：my experiences and understanding of Africa（簡體書）

魏建國（WEI JIAN GUO）, ethnic Han, was born in Zhenjiang City, Jiangsu Province in March 1947. He was formerly Vice Minister of Commerce, and is now Secretary-General of the China Center for International Economic Exchanges and a Member of the 16th CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.Since 1972, when he began his career in foreign trade, he has spent 37 years engaged in economic and trade cooperation with Africa.His contribution to China-Africa economic and trade relations, and to the friendly cooperation between the two peoples, has been remarkable, and his many splendid achievements shine forth.

《此生難舍是非洲:我對非洲的情緣和認識(英文)》由外文出版社出版。

Chapter One EARLY YEARS
No Regrets
A New Hand
My First Experiences in Africa
My Second Trip to Africa
Becoming a Leader
My Third Trip to Africa
Incisive Criticism
Perseverance
Chapter Two CHINA-AFRICA TRADE
Exceeding the Billion-Dollar Mark
Expanding Imports
Wings over Africa
Satellite Exports
Miracle Anti-malarial Drugs （Part One）
Mirade Anti-malarial Drugs （Part Two）
Chinese Entrepreneurs in Africa
ZTE and Huawei
Exceeding the One-Hundred-Billion Mark
Selfless Dedication
Angels in Aid of Africa
Teach Them How to Fish
Model Buildings
An Excellent Team
Young People in Exotic Lands
Agricultural Assistance to Africa （Part One）
Agricultural Assistance to Africa （Part Two）
Preferential Loans
Chapter Three COOPERATION
Sincere Cooperation
A Spirit of Teamwork
The Mall Phenomenon
Deep Sea Fisheries
Desert Lights
Hydropower Development
Copper Mine Development
China-Africa Special Economic Zones
Innovation in Cooperation Measures
Contributing to Local Communities
Chapter Four REFLECTIONS ON LIFE
African Affection towards China
My Good Friend Jean Ping
Dialogue with Egypt
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation
Guaranteeing Implementation
Building a Harmonious World
Acknowledgments
Index

I grew up in Nanjing, known as "a city of mountains and forests" by the Yangtze River, and a city that offers resplendent natural scen- ery of hills and waters within its walls, and a graceful landscape of trees and springs in its busy streets. Speaking of the beautiful scen- ery in the province of Jiangsu where Nanjing is located would im- mediately call to mind the graceful Jinshan Mountain, the majestic Jiaoshan Mountain, and the Beigu Mountain, inspiration to genera- tions of ancient poets. My dreams should have been set along a roll- ing river like the Yangtze, or in a town south of the Yangtze dotted with small bridges over a flowing river lined by charming houses or apricot blossoms in spring rain. As a teenager, I was confused by this Arab world that appeared in my dream. Although my rationalist world view prevented me from believing in superstitions, I could not help wondering if this dream had some meaning. It was a remarkable coincidence that, years later, I found myself in Casablanca, which bore a striking resemblance to the visions of my dream. I was filled with excitement, wondering if this was a destiny that had somehow been predetermined by fate. In any case, I made up my mind to pur- sue my career here and repay my hometown for its nurture and my country for its education, both of which had helped me mature into a capable man.
To get to grips with the work at the Commercial Section as quick- ly as possible, I spent a lot of time familiarizing myself with the local economy, commerce, and trade, and with other local circumstances. I was mainly responsible for assisting my superiors in receiving guestsand introducing to Morocco Chinese products and the Chinese Export Commodities Fair （Canton Fair）. I also went out with my colleagues to do field work. As I progressed, my knowledge of the geography, economy and politics of Morocco, and the history of its ties with China, all grew steadily.