Malawi, Mozambique to Deepen Ties in Trade, Investment
Malawi, a landlocked country, heavily relies on Mozambique's ports for international trade, underscoring the importance of maintaining strong bilateral relations.
LILONGWE, Malawi — Malawi's President Lazarus Chakwera on Tuesday received the credentials of the new High Commissioner of Mozambique, His Excellency Alexandre Herculano Manjate, and emphasized the two countries' commitment to deepening cooperation in various sectors, writes Winston Mwale.
For decades, Malawi and Mozambique have maintained cordial diplomatic and development cooperation, with Mozambique serving as a key trade corridor for Malawi's imports and exports due to its coastal access to the Indian Ocean.
"The neighborliness between our two nations is a social and trade capital through which our people continue to uplift themselves," Chakwera said.
The new envoy assured the president that he would nurture the existing strong relations in line with the development goals of both countries.
"We have agreed to foster deeper cooperation via the available opportunities in trade, investment, education, culture, health, agriculture, aviation and maritime economic activities," Chakwera stated.
Manjate's appointment comes as the two nations seek to strengthen their economic ties and explore new avenues for collaboration.
Malawi, a landlocked country, heavily relies on Mozambique's ports for international trade, underscoring the importance of maintaining strong bilateral relations.
The two leaders also discussed regional integration efforts and the potential for joint initiatives to promote sustainable development and economic growth in the region.