With the United States committing over US$2 billion in grants to Zambia over the next five years, President Hakainde Hichilema has announced that Zambia is ready to reset and deepen its strategic relationship with the U.S.
Speaking yesterday when U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs Caleb Orr called on him at State House, President Hichilema emphasized that a renewed focus on foreign aid directed through government channels is highly significant for Zambia.
“We are talking about emphasizing things that will accelerate, as you rightly said, the development potential of this country,” the President said.
He expressed optimism about the visit, acknowledging the longstanding partnership between the two nations and the preparatory work led by U.S. Ambassador to Zambia Michael Gonzales. President Hichilema affirmed his administration’s firm commitment to this reset, looking forward to a successful revitalization of bilateral ties.
The head of state also praised historic U.S. support for Zambia’s health sector while acknowledging past challenges in implementation. He assured that his New Dawn administration is actively working to address these hurdles.
Zambia aims to foster a deepened, strategic cooperation with the United States that delivers tangible and mutual benefits for both countries.
