President Hakainde Hichilema has held a meeting with former Ethiopian Prime Minister and Board Chairperson of the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa -AGRA- Hailemariam Desalegn to discuss ways of deepening cooperation in agriculture, trade, and tourism.
The meeting, which was also attended by representatives from Africa Parks, TradeMark Africa (TMA), and other strategic partners, focused on strengthening collaborative efforts to accelerate Zambia’s economic transformation through sustainable initiatives.
President Hichilema expressed appreciation for AGRA’s commitment to supporting Zambia’s agricultural development.
He noted that the establishment of an AGRA office in Zambia will help consolidate partnerships aimed at improving fertilizer and soil health management.
He also praised TradeMark Africa for its continued investment in border infrastructure and customs modernization.
President Hichilema says such efforts are key to reducing trade costs, improving market access, and unlocking regional value chains that drive inclusive and sustainable growth.
The President further acknowledged the role of Africa Parks in promoting conservation-led tourism and protecting biodiversity.
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