On February 20, 2025, Li Qianghua, the newly appointed Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Zanzibar, Tanzania, presented his letter of appointment to Hon. Kossato David Chumi, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of Tanzania.  

Consul General Li Qianghua emphasized the special and traditional friendship between China and Tanzania. He noted that under the strategic guidance of both countries' leaders, bilateral cooperation has steadily progressed, yielding fruitful results, and that the China-Tanzania and China-Zanzibar friendship is deeply cherished by their people. China is ready to collaborate with Tanzania on mutually beneficial cooperation, delivering tangible benefits to both nations.  

Deputy Minister Chumi welcomed Consul General Li Qianghua and highlighted the longstanding China-Tanzania friendship, forged by leaders such as Chairman Mao Zedong and President Julius Nyerere. He praised the longstanding friendship and expressed gratitude for China's valuable support in Tanzania's development. He affirmed Tanzania's commitment to the friendship and expressed confidence that joint efforts would further strengthen it and lead to more fruitful practical cooperation. The Tanzanian side will spare no effort in providing the necessary support for Consul General Li in carrying out his duties.