Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Mozambican Prime Minister Maria Benvinda Delfina Levi in Beijing on Tuesday, spotlighting international cooperation ahead of the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women. The meeting comes as nations worldwide ramp up efforts to advance gender equality – a key UN Sustainable Development Goal.
🔥 Why it matters: As one of Africa's fastest-growing economies, Mozambique's participation adds momentum to cross-continental collaboration. Xi emphasized China's commitment to 'shared development opportunities,' while Levi praised China's role in infrastructure projects like the Maputo-Katembe Bridge.
💡 Between the lines: The summit coincides with growing youth-led movements for women's rights globally. With 45% of Mozambique's parliament being female – higher than the global average – the country brings real-world experience to the table.
🌐 Bigger picture: This diplomatic exchange follows China's recent expansion of its Belt and Road Initiative in Africa, creating new opportunities for young entrepreneurs and professionals in both regions.
