The 1,860-km-long Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) railway, stretching from Tanzania's Dar es Salaam to New Kapiri Mposhi in Zambia, stands as a testament to the enduring partnership between China and Tanzania. Over nearly five decades, the railway has transported over 30 million tonnes of cargo and more than 40 million passengers, playing a crucial role in the economic development of both Tanzania and Zambia.
In a significant move this Wednesday, leaders from Tanzania, Zambia, and China signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at revitalizing the TAZARA railway. This initiative seeks to enhance the rail-sea intermodal transport network in East Africa, promising to boost trade and connectivity across the region.
China continues to bring new opportunities to African nations, steadfast in its commitment to mutual trust, mutual benefit, mutual learning, and mutual assistance. This approach underscores the growing strength and resilience of China-Africa relations, fostering tangible benefits for both Chinese and African communities.
During the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted the robust and resilient partnership between China and Africa. He emphasized that their collaboration sets a stellar example of a new type of international relations, elevating bilateral ties to strategic levels and shaping an all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era.
With these developments, the future of China-Africa relations looks promising, paving the way for enhanced cooperation and sustainable growth across the continent.
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China, Africa eye new chapter in building community with shared future
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