HH, Chapo join hands for economic benefit
By Thomas Ngala
PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema says he has agreed with his Mozambican counterpart Daniel Chapo to work together to consolidate and raise the economic performance of the two countries for the benefit of the people.
This happened during a meeting which took place on the sidelines of the inauguration of Namibia’s fifth President and first female leader, Dr Netumbo Ndaitwah.
The leaders explored avenues to boost economic growth through collaboration in agriculture, energy, tourism, infrastructure and trade.
“We have agreed to work together to consolidate and raise the economic performance of our countries for the benefit of our people,” Hichilema affirmed, reflecting their mutual resolve.
Hichilema congratulated President Chapo on his recent election victory and extended best wishes for peace and prosperity to the people of Mozambique.
He emphasised the vital role of regional stability in achieving sustainable development.
“Instability anywhere is a threat to progress everywhere,” Hichilema said.
Chapo proposed a joint energy project to address Zambia’s energy shortage, exacerbated by the once in a generation drought, as part of their shared commitment to tackling climate change.
Both leaders joined other African heads of state and government at the inauguration, which coincideed with Namibia’s 35th Independence Anniversary.
This is contained in a statement issued yesterday by State House chief communication specialist Clayson Hamasaka.
