On March 12, Cheng Yan from the Chinese Embassy in Zimbabwe met with Webster Shamu of the Zimbabwean Parliament to discuss enhanced legislative cooperation. They addressed the importance of bilateral connections as they approach the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2025. Both expressed commitment to fostering friendly cooperation between the two nations.
On March 12, Mr. Cheng Yan, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Chinese Embassy in Zimbabwe, engaged in discussions with Mr. Webster Shamu, Chairperson of the Zimbabwean Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperative exchanges between the legislative bodies of China and Zimbabwe, with the presence of Counsellor Zhang Yi.
During the meeting, Cheng Yan provided an overview of the recent National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference sessions. He elaborated on the concept of whole-process people’s democracy in China and noted the forthcoming 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Zimbabwe in 2025. Cheng expressed a desire for increased collaboration to implement agreements made during the two heads of state meetings and to strengthen bilateral relations established at the Beijing summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).
Furthermore, Webster Shamu commended the enduring mutual trust and friendship between Zimbabwe and China. He indicated that the Zimbabwean Parliament is prepared to maintain close relations with the NPC and is committed to facilitating exchanges, thereby fostering cooperation across multiple sectors between the two nations.
In conclusion, the meeting between Cheng Yan and Webster Shamu signifies a strong commitment to enhancing diplomatic and legislative cooperation between China and Zimbabwe. Both parties expressed eagerness for future exchanges that would enrich bilateral relations and reinforce the friendship between their respective peoples, particularly as they approach the milestone anniversary of their diplomatic ties in 2025.
Original Source: www.mfa.gov.cn
