Chinese President Xi Jinping and Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema met in Beijing this week, pledging to deepen cooperation and write a new chapter in their 60-year diplomatic relationship. The talks took place during the high-profile Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit, where Xi called for stronger collaboration in renewable energy, infrastructure, and industrialization 🚀.
Modernization Goals & Shared Vision
Xi emphasized that China and Zambia should 'advance respective modernization' while boosting political trust and international coordination. The leaders highlighted progress since upgrading bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership last year, with Xi pledging support for Zambia's development in sectors like water resources and electricity ⚡.
Africa-China Connectivity Revival
A major focus? The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) revitalization project—a symbol of historic friendship. Hichilema praised the initiative as a 'new channel for Africa-China connectivity,' while reaffirming Zambia's adherence to the one-China principle 🇨🇳.
With both nations eyeing economic growth and global influence, this partnership could reshape regional dynamics. As Xi noted: 'The FOCAC summit will inject new impetus into China-Africa relations.' 🌐
