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Navigating the Namibia-China Partnership: A Strategic Advisory: As namibia prepares to engage with China in the evolving landscape of Sino-African relations, it is crucial to chart a clear and strategic path forward. The enduring friendship between Namibia and China extends beyond economic cooperation, encompassing shared values, cultural exchanges and a mutual commitment to deepening bilateral ties. Strengthening Economic Ties: Beyond Traditional Frameworks While China remains a vital economic partner for Namibia, recent developments in China’s investment strategy for Africa necessitate a re-evaluation of traditional frameworks such as the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (Focac). Namibia must explore alternative avenues for economic cooperation and foster closer collaboration with Chinese stakeholders to capitalise on emerging opportunities. Strategic Alignment: Leveraging Aviation for Regional Connectivity Aligning with Namibia’s business community theme for the year, aviation infrastructure development presents a strategic opportunity to enhance connectivity and position Namibia as a gateway to regional markets. By integrating this initiative within the broader Namibia-China partnership framework, we can facilitate greater trade, tourism and cultural exchange between the two nations. Cultural Diplomacy: Enhancing People-to-People Connections At the heart of the Namibia-China partnership lies the concept of people-to-people exchange. Investing in educational, healthcare and cultural exchange programmes can foster mutual understanding and cooperation, strengthening the foundation of the relationship. Namibia must prioritise these grassroots connections to deepen the bond between its citizens and their Chinese counterparts. Strategic Collaboration: Navigating China’s Global Initiatives As China redefines its approach to engagement with Africa, Namibia has a unique opportunity to position itself as a strategic partner in China’s broader regional and global initiatives. By aligning with China’s strategic objectives and leveraging its global influence, Namibia can play a proactive role in shaping the future of Sino-Africa relations. Actionable Recommendations: Setting the Course for Progress In conclusion, as Namibia prepares to engage with China on the global stage, it is essential to adopt a proactive and strategic approach. The following recommendations are proposed: * Foster closer collaboration between Namibian and Chinese stakeholders to explore alternative avenues for economic cooperation beyond traditional frameworks such as Focac. * Develop a comprehensive aviation strategy that enhances connectivity and facilitates greater trade, tourism and cultural exchange between Namibia and China. * Prioritise investment in people-to-people exchange programmes to deepen mutual understanding and strengthen the foundation of the Namibia-China partnership. *…

Officials call for strengthening China-Africa cooperation under FOCAC Africa 10:12, 22-May-2024 CGTN Chinese and Ethiopian officials on Tuesday called for enhancing the multifaceted cooperation between China and Africa under the framework of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). The call was made at a high-level conference titled "Revisiting Ethiopia's Role in the FOCAC and the Way Forward" in Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa. Speaking at the event, Eshete Tilahun, head of the Office of the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said FOCAC has proven to be an effective and strong platform for promoting Africa-China cooperation by supporting critical infrastructure development, enhancing connectivity, boosting trade activities, attracting foreign direct investment and fostering entrepreneurship across Africa. "Since its inception in 2000, FOCAC has been instrumental in fostering cooperation. It is a testament to the shared aspiration, mutual respect and collaborative spirit between China and Africa," Tilahun said. He said through FOCAC, Africa and China have embarked on a journey marked by dialogue, exchange of views and joint efforts aimed at promoting sustainable development through the expansion of infrastructure and people-to-people connectivity. Yang Yihang, minister counselor at the Chinese Embassy in Ethiopia, said with the FOCAC framework serving as a strong catalyst, China-Africa cooperation has achieved fruitful results, making China Africa's largest trade partner for 15 consecutive years. He noted that by the end of 2023, more than 500 Chinese enterprises had invested in over 2,000 projects in Ethiopia, with a cumulative investment of about $5 billion, creating 580,000 job opportunities. Highlighting the need for African countries to create a favorable business environment, Yang said China will further encourage Chinese companies to seize investment opportunities in Ethiopia and Africa in general, and actively explore investment cooperation in infrastructure, the digital economy, renewable energy and agriculture, among other areas. Anteneh Getachew, director general of Asia and Pacific Affairs at the Ethiopian Institute of Foreign Affairs, said the conference aims to assess Ethiopia's "unreserved" approach to promoting multifaceted cooperation between Africa and China through the FOCAC platform. He said the conference, organized by the Ethiopian Institute of Foreign Affairs and the Chinese Embassy in Ethiopia, will explore future areas of cooperation and enhance Ethiopia's role in the FOCAC platform. Source(s): Xinhua News Agency

Navigating the Namibia-China Partnership: A Strategic Advisory: Dr Penny TM Uukunde As Namibia prepares to engage with China in the evolving landscape of Sino-African relations, it is crucial to chart a clear and strategic path forward. The enduring friendship between Namibia and China extends beyond economic cooperation, encompassing shared values, cultural exchanges, and a mutual commitment to deepening bilateral ties. Strengthening Economic Ties: Beyond Traditional Frameworks While China remains a vital economic partner for Namibia, recent developments in China’s investment strategy for Africa necessitate a reevaluation of traditional frameworks such as FOCAC. Namibia must explore alternative avenues for economic cooperation and foster closer collaboration with Chinese stakeholders to capitalise on emerging opportunities. Strategic Alignment: Leveraging Aviation for Regional Connectivity Aligning with Namibia’s business community theme for the year, aviation infrastructure development presents a strategic opportunity to enhance connectivity and position Namibia as a gateway to regional markets. By integrating this initiative within the broader Namibia-China partnership framework, we can facilitate greater trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between the two nations. Cultural Diplomacy: Enhancing People-to-People Connections At the heart of the Namibia-China partnership lies the concept of people-to-people exchange. Investing in educational, healthcare, and cultural exchange programmes can foster mutual understanding and cooperation, strengthening the foundation of the relationship. Namibia must prioritise these grassroots connections to deepen the bond between its citizens and their Chinese counterparts. Strategic Collaboration: Navigating China’s Global Initiatives As China redefines its approach to engagement with Africa, Namibia has a unique opportunity to position itself as a strategic partner in China’s broader regional and global initiatives. By aligning with China’s strategic objectives and leveraging its global influence, Namibia can play a proactive role in shaping the future of Sino-African relations. Actionable Recommendations: Setting the Course for Progress In conclusion, as Namibia prepares to engage with China on the global stage, it is essential to adopt a proactive and strategic approach. The following recommendations are proposed: * Encourage closer collaboration between Namibian and Chinese stakeholders to explore alternative avenues for economic cooperation beyond traditional frameworks like FOCAC. * Develop a comprehensive aviation strategy that enhances connectivity and facilitates greater trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between Namibia and China. * Prioritise investment in people-to-people exchange programmes to deepen mutual understanding and strengthen the foundation of the Namibia-China partnership. * Align…

Green Strategic Partnership: Revitalizing Vietnam – Denmark Relations On the morning of February 26, at the State Guest House of Vietnam, Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang and State Secretary for Trade & Global Sustainability at the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs Lina Gandlose Hansen co-chaired the second political consultation between the Vietnamese and Danish Ministries of Foreign Affairs to discuss bilateral cooperation as well as regional and international issues of mutual concern. Deputy Minister Le Thi Thu Hang assessed that Vietnam-Denmark relations have improved in many areas in recent years, particularly through increased delegation exchange activities and high-level contacts, as well as close cooperation and support at international and regional forums. Successful visits by senior leaders from both countries, most notably Danish Crown Prince Frederik (now King of Denmark) to Vietnam in 2022 and Vietnamese Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan to Denmark in 2023, have laid the groundwork for deepening the Comprehensive Partnership and effectively implementing the recently established Green Strategic Partnership framework between Vietnam and Denmark. Deputy Minister Le Thi Thu Hang stated that Vietnam values and promotes friendship and comprehensive engagement with Denmark, with a particular emphasis on cooperation in strategic priority areas between the two countries. State Secretary Lina Gandlose Hansen expressed enthusiasm for her visit to Vietnam and stated that the Danish government values cooperative relations with Vietnam and is committed to expanding it in all sectors, aiming to build a strong foundation for future cooperation. Lina Gandlose Hansen appreciated Vietnam’s directives, strategies, and initiatives for socioeconomic development and international economic integration. The Danish official shared that as a major trade and investment partner of Vietnam in the Northern European region, Denmark hopes that the two sides will continue to create favorable conditions for the two countries’ businesses to invest in each other, especially in the fields that Denmark has rich experience and strength, bringing benefits to the business community and people of the two countries, supporting the two economies to recover and develop sustainably. Discussing cooperation directions between the two countries in the coming time, the two Foreign Ministries agreed to promote the maintenance of delegation exchanges at all levels, especially high-level ones; and coordinate to effectively implement action plans within the frameworks of the Comprehensive Partnership and Green Strategic Partnership; effectively organize consultation activities between the two Ministries to enhance mutual understanding and trust; and promote the role of effective connection and cooperation between ministries, sectors, agencies, and organizations. The two countries agreed to continue to coordinate closely and support each other at United Nat...

✌🏼 Friendship upgrade? 🤝🏼 🇪🇺 The European Union (EU) regards Vietnam as one of its leading important partners in the region and wants to raise relations with the country to comprehensive strategic partnership, its representative said Tuesday. 🗣️ Josep Borrell Fontelles, Vice President of the European Commission (EC) and High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, said at a press meet after his talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son in Hanoi that: "We want to advance the bilateral relations further, wishing that my visit this time will kickstart a process to raise the relationship to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership." 🙏🏼 Borrell, who attended the state funeral of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong last week, acknowledged the late leader's contributions to enhancing Vietnam's international image and prestige, as well as to advancing Vietnam-EU relations. 👏🏼 Both sides lauded the progress in the Vietnam-EU relations, highlighting their effective implementation of four cooperation agreements and eight dialogue mechanisms across various fields. Vietnam is the first country in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to have all comprehensive cooperation pillars with the EU, encompassing politics, economy, defence, and security. The EU is currently Vietnam's fourth largest trading partner, while Vietnam is the bloc’s largest trading partner in ASEAN. 🎯 Emphasizing trade and investment cooperation as a key pillar, Son stressed the need for both sides to closely coordinate the effective implementation of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA). He urged the EC to quickly ratify the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) to unlock the full potential of bilateral economic partnership. 💰 The minister also proposed the EU continue providing official development assistance (ODA) for Vietnam through bilateral and multilateral cooperation channels, and regional programmes, focusing on urgent areas such as public governance capacity building, green economy, digital economy, circular economy, and sustainable fishery development. 🔁 He also asked for support from the bloc in financial aid, technology transfer, and human resources training for Vietnam’s effective implementation of the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), including the establishment of a carbon credit market connected to the international market and the development of green hydrogen projects. 🌉 Vietnam stands ready to serve as a bridge to promote the EU’s cooperation with the region, including strengthening the ASEAN-EU strategic partnership and implementing their action plan for 2023-2027, the minister affirmed. https://lnkd.in/gKH2mCee

Strengthening International Cooperation The UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan recently spoke with his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola Sheikh Abdullah congratulated Ronald Lamola on his role as South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation. During their telephone call the two ministers discussed ways to expand bilateral ties between the UAE and South Africa. Sheikh Abdullah expressed his desire to work closely with Ronald Lamola to develop cooperation across various fieldsThis will help both countries accomplish their development goals and economic objectives. Under the foreign ministers guidance the UAE and South Africa will enjoy closer collaboration that mutual benefits both societies. Bilateral partnerships are important for the progress of all nations The discussion between the top diplomats reflected the commitment of the UAE and South Africa to strengthen understanding and pursue joint opportunities Through open communication and goodwill between leaders different countries can explore new areas for collaboration that advance their respective national interests. International cooperation based on mutual respect forms the basis for a more stable and prosperous world.