At the Charter House in Lusaka today, Hon. Mulambo Haimbe, S.C., M.P., Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received copies of Letters of Credence from His Excellency Mr. Soenke Siemon, Ambassador-Designate of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Republic of Zambia. The ceremony formally marks the beginning of Ambassador Siemon’s diplomatic mission in Zambia and signifies the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries.
During the meeting, Minister Haimbe welcomed the ambassador and expressed Zambia’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Germany across political, economic, and cultural sectors. He highlighted areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment, development cooperation, and educational exchange, noting that the relationship between Zambia and Germany has historically been strong and continues to grow.
Ambassador Siemon, in turn, conveyed Germany’s commitment to enhancing collaboration with Zambia and emphasized the importance of fostering partnerships that contribute to sustainable development, regional stability, and economic growth. He also expressed his readiness to work closely with the Zambian government to advance shared goals.
The presentation of Letters of Credence is a diplomatic procedure that formally recognizes the ambassador as the official representative of his country, granting him the authority to engage with Zambia’s government on behalf of Germany. This step underscores the importance both nations place on maintaining and expanding their bilateral relationship.
The ceremony was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, reflecting the significance of the event in promoting diplomatic ties. Both Zambia and Germany reaffirmed their commitment to continued dialogue and cooperation in areas of mutual benefit, strengthening the foundation for future collaboration.