On the afternoon of March 25, 2009, Beninese President Boni Yayi at his presidential residence met with visiting Chinese Assistant Foreign Minister Zhai Jun. Zhai first conveyed the cordial greetings and good wishes from President Hu Jintao to President Boni Yayi. Both sides held talks on bilateral ties and issues of common concern in a friendly atmosphere.

Yayi expressed warm welcome for Zhai's visit, hailing it as an important visit in bilateral relations. He spoke highly of bilateral friendly cooperative ties, adding that the Beninese government and people thank China for its disinterested aid and hope bilateral ties will achieve all-round, in-depth development. Yayi also asked Zhai to convey his sincere regards and good wishes to President Hu.