Illustration: Liu Rui/GT China will implement zero-tariff treatment for 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with it, starting May 1. This major policy initiative positions China as the first major economy in the world to grant unilateral and comprehensive zero-tariff treatment to all African countries that have diplomatic relations with China, as well as to all least developed countries that maintain diplomatic relations with China.
WINDHOEK, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Namibia is looking to carve out a premium niche for its beef in the Chinese market as China's zero-tariff policy for African imports offers fresh opportunities for high-value agricultural products, a Namibian meat industry executive has said. Albertus Aochamub, interim chief executive of the state-owned Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco), told Xinhua in a recent interview that the policy, effective May 1, is a milestone that strengthens the trade partnership between Namibia and China.
YAOUNDE, April 27 (Xinhua) -- China's zero-tariff treatment for imports from 53 African countries with diplomatic ties, set to take full effect on May 1, will be an impetus to boost agricultural development while enhancing intra-continental trade, a Cameroonian expert has said. "This is a great opportunity and a way to allow Africans to participate in agriculture, which is truly an engine of growth for our country.
Mozambican President Daniel Chapo speaks during an interview with Xinhua in Maputo, Mozambique, April 7, 2026. (Photo by Mendes Mondlane/Xinhua) MAPUTO, April 16 (Xinhua) -- "Mozambique and China share a brotherly friendship," and Mozambique is willing to further strengthen ties with China by promoting political, economic, social and cultural exchanges, said Mozambican President Daniel Chapo.
