On February 26, 2025, Chinese Consul General in Zanzibar Li Qianghua hosted a reception at the Consulate General. The event was attended by Zanzibar’s Minister of Health, Minister of Education and Vocational Training, Minister of Water, Energy and Minerals, as well as officials from the Zanzibar government, defense, public security, revenue and trade authorities, media representatives, foreign consular officials, and representatives from Chinese-invested institutions and the Confucius Institute, totaling around 120 guests.
In his speech, Consul General Li Qianghua reviewed the history of friendly exchanges between China and Zanzibar and spoke highly of the rapid development of bilateral relations in the new era under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state. He particularly highlighted the remarkable achievements under the BRI and FOCAC frameworks, including progress in healthcare, infrastructure development, trade and economic cooperation, as well as capacity-building programs. He also introduced the contributions made of Chinese medical expert teams, Chinese enterprises, and the Confucius Institute to fostering China-Zanzibar friendship. Consul General Li expressed his desire to establish close working relations with friends from all sectors in Zanzibar during his tenure, jointly implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, and promote pragmatic cooperation in various fields, contributing to the building of a China-Africa and China-Tanzania community with a shared future for mankind.
On behalf of the Zanzibar government, Minister of Health Mazrui warmly welcomed Consul General Li Qianghua’s assumption of office and extended best wishes for continued progress in Zanzibar-China relations in the new year. He expressed gratitude for the longstanding support provided by the Chinese government to Zanzibar, particularly in the healthcare sector, and looked forward to deepening exchanges and cooperation in health and medical fields. He also stated the Zanzibar government’s willingness to maintain close communication with the Chinese Consulate General and work together to advance practical cooperation and enhance the well-being of the people of both nations.
