HH, JINPING CONFER
Mary Kachepa:
CHINESE President XI JINPING says his government is eager to address ZAMBIA’s debt issue.
President XI says he is committed to working together within the G20 common framework in order to resolve the debt issue.
Speaking when President HAKAINDE HICHILEMA conferred with him via telephone, the Chinese Leader further underpinned Zambia’s potential to become a leading destination for Chinese investment.
President XI said ZAMBIA and CHINA have an opportunity for greater cooperation between the two countries in areas of mutual interest.
And President HICHILEMA expressed appreciation for China’s readiness to start work related to the official creditor’s Committee and to co- Chair the Committee.
The President said he looks forward to convening of the first meeting.
The two leaders noted that as countries take bold steps in the spirit of genuine partnership, they look ahead to a new chapter of enhanced bilateral relations which will improve the lives of citizens and generations to come.
They also talked about the unshakeable friendship between the two countries and the solid bedrock of cooperation which dates back to the days of Chairman MAO ZEDONG and President KENNETH KAUNDA.
The two leaders noted the importance of building on the strong foundation to create and even brighter future for the benefit of its people.
This is contained in a statement issued to ZNBC News by Presidential Spokesperson ANTHONY BWALYA.
