Chinese President Xi Jinping rolled out the red carpet on Tuesday for Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People. The warm welcome kicks off Mnangagwa’s participation in the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit – a high-stakes gathering shaping economic and diplomatic ties across continents.
This marks Mnangagwa’s first state visit to China since 2023, with both leaders expected to discuss infrastructure development, tech collaboration, and cultural exchanges. Analysts say Zimbabwe’s lithium reserves could be a game-changer for green energy partnerships.
\"China-Africa cooperation isn’t just about deals – it’s about shared futures,\" tweeted one African policy expert ahead of the summit. With 50+ African leaders attending, the event promises to spotlight youth-driven innovation and sustainable growth strategies.
on Tuesday for Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People. The warm welcome kicks off Mnangagwa’s participation in the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit – a high-stakes gathering shaping economic and diplomatic ties across continents.
could be a game-changer for green energy partnerships.
and sustainable growth strategies.
