AVIC works to make Africa soar

The Chinese giant with roots in aviation is looking to help the continent with its technology advantages

Energy shortages and the lack of technical training in Africa are two problems that are dragging down the continent's ability to take off industrially. Both areas are being addressed by China's AVIC International Holding Corp.

Liu Jun, executive vice-president of the State-owned firm, talked about the company's plans in an interview with China Daily at the New York Forum Africa, which was held in Libreville, Gabon, in August.