The Chinese government says it stands ready to continue helping in modernising and developing Zambia.
Chinese Ambassador to Zambia, Han Jing, says this will be achieved through the long-standing bilateral relations that exist between China and Zambia.
Mr Jing reiterates that China has executed capital projects that exemplify how joint efforts can turn Zambia’s modernisation aspirations into tangible results.
He was speaking at a press briefing in Lusaka today.
“China is ready to continue working with Zambia to cement forward their traditional friendship, and expand cooperation across various fields, so as to better promote the common development of the two countries,” he said.
On the TAZARA revitalisation project, Mr Jing said China is ready to work with Zambia and Tanzania to ensure that the railway infrastructure has renewed splendor.
The envoy said China has also put in place a long term strategic plan and that his government would not like to see Zambia accrue huge foreign debts.
Meanwhile, Zambia-China Friendship Association Secretary General, Frederick Mtesa, said the association plays a key role in promoting and consolidating the relationship between the two countries.
Dr Mtesa said the revitalization project of the TAZARA is a new journey toward the shared dream of modernisation.
Both the Chinese Envoy and Dr. Mtesa described the railway as a landmark project of China-Africa cooperation.
