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Africa-Press – Zambia. <\/strong><\/span>President Hakainde Hichilema says that Zambia is ready to enhance its economic diplomacy in a quest to achieve government\u2019s economic transformation agenda and improve the social sector.<\/p>\n

Speaking when he received credentials from Ambassadors and High Commissioners designated to Zambia from seven countries at State House, President Hichilema stressed the need to deepen relations with other countries in an effort to exploit investment and business opportunities, among other areas of mutual interest.<\/p>\n

President Hichilema noted that this will lead to improving the livelihoods of citizens through people to people relations, business and government to government relations.<\/p>\n

The Head of State explained that this will create a baseline for the country\u2019s foreign policy anchored on economic diplomacy.<\/p>\n

He stated that all countries are important to the economic development of Zambia and therefore urged the Ambassadors and High Commissioners to create more ventures and partnerships in sectors such as mining and education for the Zambian youths to benefit.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is been to therefore strengthen the bonds for economic gains to support the social side,\u201d President Hichilema indicated.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, The Head of State stressed the importance for countries across the region and globe to uphold peace, security and stability as a prerequisite for economic development.<\/p>\n

President Hichilema said that countries should prioritize trading in natural resources such as minerals instead of bullets.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Ambassadors and High Commissioners pledged to build on the bilateral and multilateral relations established for mutual benefits.<\/p>\n

Angola\u2019s Ambassador to Zambia Albino Malungo said he hopes to bring closer strategic partnership in diversification in various areas for both countries\u2019 economies.<\/p>\n

Philippines Ambassador designated to Zambia Noralyn Jubaria said she will work towards establishing relations in the area of political consultancy.<\/p>\n

And Romania\u2019s Ambassador to Zambia Cecilia Sitaru intends to upscale her country\u2019s commitment to strong education partnerships in the years to come.<\/p>\n

Among the credentials received included those of Gambia\u2019s High Commissioner to Zambia Fatoumata Jagumpa, Australia\u2019s High Commissioner Minoli Tehani, Iran Ambassador to Zambia Abbas Navazani and Uganda\u2019s High Commissioner designate to Zambia Fred Mwesigye.<\/p>\n

Other countries included Angola, Philippines and Romania.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, President Hichilema has sworn in Winnie Chibesakunda as Zambia\u2019s Ambassador to Germany and Percy Chanda as Zambia\u2019s High Commissioner to India.<\/p>\n

The Head of State implored the two to fit into the national agenda and focus trade and investment partnerships.<\/p>\n

President Hichilema noted that both countries have developed economies and Zambia would like to tap into the opportunities available in order to develop the livelihoods of citizens.<\/p>\n

He implored the High Commissioner to India to explore the areas of quality health care services that can be brought to Zambia for vulnerable people who can\u2019t travel to that country to get treated locally.<\/p>\n

He reminded the two diplomats their co-mandate is service to the people first before their personal interests.<\/p>\n

President Hichilema called for proper conduct as the two represent the country\u2019s agenda.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Zambia<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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