ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR’S Second Vice-President, Hemed Suleiman Abdulla has reaffirmed the Isles authorities’s dedication to strengthening its bilateral relations with the People’s Republic of China for the mutual advantage of each nations.

He made the dedication throughout the assembly at his workplace at Vuga, Stone Town, the place he held discussions with the Deputy Governor of Zhejiang Province, Mr Yang Qingjiu and his delegation, who arrived in Zanzibar to additional solidify the ties between the 2 sides.

“The Zanzibar government appreciates the support the People’s Republic of China has extended to us in several key sectors, including health, agriculture, education, information and the construction industry,” Mr Abdulla mentioned.

He additionally expressed gratitude for China’s continued help within the type of medical specialists, who present therapy and counselling companies to sufferers throughout hospitals in each Unguja and Pemba Islands.

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Mr Abdulla mentioned that the Zanzibar authorities’s precedence is the event of the blue financial system, which incorporates the tourism sector presently a number one overseas foreign money earner, contributing about 30 per cent to the GDP.

“We are improving the investment climate in Zanzibar and we invite more Chinese government officials to visit, as well as serious investors, to explore the many opportunities available, especially in the blue economy,” he added.

In response, Mr Yang Qingjiu, the Deputy Governor of Zhejiang Province mentioned that their go to to Zanzibar was aimed toward additional enhancing the bilateral cooperation, significantly in improvement.

He famous that China has been an vital associate to Zanzibar in numerous sectors, together with the financial system, tradition and training, by way of initiatives like providing scholarships to Zanzibaris, each short- and long-term, in addition to constructing the capability of public servants in Zanzibar.

Mr Qingjiu additionally mentioned that Zhejiang Province has made vital progress in commerce, expressing confidence that continued collaboration with Zanzibar would create a beneficial surroundings for businesspeople on each side.