{"id":101132,"date":"2026-04-20T14:26:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T14:26:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\/all-news\/namibia-welcomes-chinas-zero-tariff-move"},"modified":"2026-04-20T14:32:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T14:32:59","slug":"namibia-welcomes-chinas-zero-tariff-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\/all-news\/namibia-welcomes-chinas-zero-tariff-move","title":{"rendered":"Namibia Welcomes China&#8217;s Zero-Tariff Move"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Namibia. <\/strong><\/span>Staff Reporter<\/p>\n<p>NAMIBIA is set to benefit from expanded trade opportunities with China, as government welcomes a zero-tariff arrangement for African countries that is expected to boost industrialisation, strengthen export growth, and enhance the strategic role of Walvis Bay as a regional trade hub.<\/p>\n<p>Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, welcomed China\u2019s decision to extend duty-free market access to African countries, describing it as a significant milestone in strengthening economic cooperation and unlocking new opportunities for Namibia\u2019s exports.<\/p>\n<p>The development comes as Namibia prepares to access 100% duty-free entry into the Chinese market from 1 May 2026 under a \u201cPre-Early Harvest\u201d arrangement, which forms part of the broader China\u2013Africa Economic Partnership.<\/p>\n<p>She said the initiative, which stems from the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), is expected to build confidence between Namibia and China, particularly among private sector players, by improving access to the Chinese market and fostering stronger trade relations.<\/p>\n<p>According to the minister, the zero-tariff measure will also accelerate Namibia\u2019s industrialisation efforts by encouraging value addition to local products, enabling the country to move beyond exporting raw materials and become more competitive in global markets.<\/p>\n<p>Ashipala-Musavyi highlighted Namibia\u2019s position as a coastal country, adding that increased trade volumes will likely benefit the port of Walvis Bay, which serves as a key transit hub for landlocked neighbouring countries.<\/p>\n<p>She added that the initiative aligns with Africa\u2019s broader development goals of transforming its economies through industrial growth and value-added production.<\/p>\n<p>Government has described the move as a major opportunity for local businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises, to expand exports and strengthen their presence in international markets.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, Namibia is set to benefit from continued duty-free access to the United States market under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which has been extended until the end of 2026, providing further support for key export sectors such as beef, fisheries, and agriculture.<\/p>\n<p>Ashipala-Musavyi said these developments collectively position Namibia to strengthen its trade footprint, attract investment, and drive sustainable economic growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Namibia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Namibia. 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