Hichilema moves to boost trade, investment between Zambia, China, global markets

President Hakainde Hichilema has underscored the need to boost business and trade volumes between Zambia, China and the global market to attract the much-needed Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and create employment opportunities, particularly for the youth.

In a Facebook post on Monday, President Hichilema shared his visit to the International Land Port of Urumqi in China’s northwestern region.

He reiterated government’s ongoing efforts to enhance Zambia’s transport and logistics systems, including improvements to the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) and the Lobito Corridor.

“Our focus is on ensuring that we urgently make the Tanzania-Zambia Railways efficient and get the Lobito and Nacala rail lines functional,” President Hichilema stated.

He highlighted Zambia’s strategic position as a land-linked country, providing a unique opportunity to become a trade hub for sub-Saharan Africa and beyond.

“We have since departed for Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, where we are scheduled to hold further engagements in our quest to attract investment for our country. We remain your servant,” President Hichilema added.

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