When the Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) was first completed in 1975, it stood as a bold symbol of South–South cooperation, a physical and political bridge linking landlocked Zambia to the world through the Port of Dar es Salaam. Built with Chinese support at a time when many African countries faced isolation and geopolitical pressure, TAZARA… Continue reading TAZARA Reborn: How a Historic Africa–China Railway Is Powering a New Era of Regional Integration
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Zambia, Tanzania and China Relaunch TAZARA in Landmark Visit by Chinese Premier
Lusaka – Chinese Premier Li Qiang has concluded a landmark visit to Zambia, highlighted by the official launch of the revitalisation of the Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) line, a signature infrastructure project symbolising decades of friendship among Zambia, Tanzania, and China. Premier Li joined President Hakainde Hichilema and Tanzania’s Vice President Dr Emmanuel John Nchimbi… Continue reading Zambia, Tanzania and China Relaunch TAZARA in Landmark Visit by Chinese Premier
Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Visit Zambia
Lusaka- China’s Premier of the State Council, Li Qiang, is scheduled to visit Zambia from 19th to 20th November 2025, at the invitation of President Hakainde Hichilema, in a mission poised to strengthen the decades-long partnership between the two nations. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the… Continue reading Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Visit Zambia
Chinese economy firms up recovery in Q1, ready to navigate uncertainties
* China’s economy started 2025 on solid footing, bolstered by a structural shift toward domestic demand and innovation, positioning the country to better weather global uncertainties. * China has made thorough policy preparations to address external changes, as a series of targeted marco policies have already taken effects and more incremental policies will be introduced… Continue reading Chinese economy firms up recovery in Q1, ready to navigate uncertainties
Xi Urges Healthy, High-quality Development of Private Sector
Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Monday urged efforts to promote the healthy and high-quality development of the country’s private sector. Xi, also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks when attending a symposium on private enterprises, where he delivered an important… Continue reading Xi Urges Healthy, High-quality Development of Private Sector
China Import Expo Attractive To Global Exhibitors As Country Pledges Further Opening-Up
Chinese Premier Li Qiang pledged to open the country’s huge market further to share more growth opportunities with the rest of the world on Tuesday as the seventh edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE) opened in Shanghai. The business exhibition of the world’s first national-level exposition dedicated to imports has attracted about 3,500… Continue reading China Import Expo Attractive To Global Exhibitors As Country Pledges Further Opening-Up
China Focus: Global Companies Debut Cutting-Edge Technologies Amid Innovation Drive
With the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) in full swing in Shanghai, global companies are unveiling their latest technological innovations, capitalizing on the opportunities arising from China’s commitment to further opening up both its market and manufacturing industry. GE Healthcare, a regular exhibitor at the CIIE, has brought an unprecedented lineup to Shanghai this… Continue reading China Focus: Global Companies Debut Cutting-Edge Technologies Amid Innovation Drive
Chinese Premier Pledges Broader Opening-Up For Foreign-Funded Firms
Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Monday said that China will open its doors wider to the outside world, regardless of how the international environment changes. Li made the remarks during a meeting with select exhibitors and buyers attending the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE), including Synopsys, General Electric Company, MSD and China FAW Group… Continue reading Chinese Premier Pledges Broader Opening-Up For Foreign-Funded Firms
7th China International Import Expo Opens In Shanghai
The newest edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE), the world’s first national-level exposition dedicated to imports, opened on Tuesday in Shanghai. Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivered a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the 7th CIIE and the Hongqiao International Economic Forum. Running from Nov. 5 to 10, the 7th CIIE has… Continue reading 7th China International Import Expo Opens In Shanghai
New Quality Productive Forces Will Have Far-Reaching Impact On Society With Focus On Innovation And Digitisation
Chinese President Xi Jinping has put forward a series of theoretical explanations on new quality productive forces. He has stressed that high-quality development has to be supported by a new productivity theory. Since new productive forces have emerged and played a strong role in driving and supporting high-quality development, they should be theorised systematically to… Continue reading New Quality Productive Forces Will Have Far-Reaching Impact On Society With Focus On Innovation And Digitisation