This afternoon, State House hosted a high-profile Chinese trade and investment delegation led by Mr. Wei Zhang, Chairman of Anhui Machinery Group Company, and Mr. Yongsheng Wang, Deputy General Manager of CRRC Yangtze Group Trading Tongling Company. The delegation was accompanied by Zambia’s Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Ivan Zyuulu.
The visit marks a significant milestone in the growing relationship between Zambia and China, recently elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic and Cooperative Partnership. This development underscores the deepening of bilateral ties and Zambia’s commitment to leveraging international partnerships for economic transformation.
Guided by Zambia’s foreign policy pillars of peace, security, stability, and economic diplomacy, the government aims to attract affordable capital, cutting-edge technology, and mutually beneficial joint ventures. These efforts are geared toward fostering value addition, stimulating economic growth, and generating employment opportunities for Zambians.
During the meeting, the Zambian government expressed enthusiasm about the delegation’s interest in key sectors, including energy, railway transport, and mining. President Hakainde Hichilema affirmed Zambia’s readiness to collaborate with Chinese investors to explore and unlock opportunities in these critical areas, ensuring that such partnerships yield tangible benefits for the nation.
With China being one of Zambia’s largest trade and investment partners, the visit reinforces the country’s commitment to strengthening economic ties and advancing strategic investments that contribute to national development.