"The visit is a result of bilateral relations that exist between the Free State Provincial Government and China. The Free State government signed a Letter of Intent on Friendly Exchanges and Cooperation and a Joint Communiqu, with Jiangsu Province between 1998 and 2000," said the Premier's office in a statement.
Magashule and his delegation will also pay courtesy calls to the Governors of all provinces in China.
"The Premier will discuss implementation plans with his Chinese counterparts where Arrangements for Cooperation have been signed. Magashule and his delegation will also attend the official opening of the 2010 World Cup Expo and the South Africa Pavilion in Shanghai," the statement said.
Magashule will also explore economic opportunities as part of the drive to ensure foreign direct investment in the province.
"A Chinese business consortium is currently developing a R45 million fish hatchery at Gariep Dam. The project will create much needed jobs in the province. An additional R15 million is to be given each year for three years. The hatchery will also be used to advance research, providing a facility for agricultural scientists, technicians and farmers to test new farming methodologies," it said.
