Zanu-PF chairmen off to China

between the two countries would con­tinue to flourish.
Speaking at the send-off ceremony of the provincial leaders at his party offices yesterday, Cde Khaya Moyo said Zim­babwe had a lot to learn from China.

He hailed the Asian country for transforming its economy.
“The way you have transformed your economy is astounding,” said Cde Khaya Moyo.
“We know you are number two in the world in terms of the economy, but we are looking forward that you will become number one because you are disciplined, focused and united.”

Cde Khaya Moyo said the visit would help transform the local economy.
“When these comrades return, they will impart knowledge,” he said.
Cde Khaya Moyo said relations between Zanu-PF and the Chinese Communist Party dated back to the lib­eration struggle and continued to flour­ish in post-colonial Zimbabwe.

He said a high-level delegation visits between the two countries evidenced good relations. Ambassador Lin said the provincial leadership’s visit was tes­timony of good bilateral relations between Zanu-PF and CPC.
“The high-level delegation’s visit to China shows the importance that Zanu-PF attaches to the relationship between the two parties,” he said.
“I can assure you, my party and Gov­ernment attach equal importance to the relationship.

“Use your visit to have discussions and exchange of ideas. We will try to share our experiences and we believe each party can learn from the other.”
Ambassador Lin hailed Zimbab­weans for upholding their sovereignty since independence by shrugging off aggression targeted at the country’s leadership.
“In recent years, under the leadership of President Mugabe, Zimbabwe has been working hard to tackle difficulties and challenges,” he said.
“You have to continue working harder to deal with those sanctions imposed by other countries, but you are doing well.

“Economic co-operation between our two countries has been growing rapidly over the years because our party-to-party relations started the foundation of the relationship between our two countries.”
Governor Mathuthu said their visit was going to help them understand how to run the party’s provinces.

The delegation is made up of Cdes Amos Midzi (Harare), John Mafa (Mashonaland West), Dickson Mafios (Mashonaland Central), Jason Machaya (Midlands), Lovemore Matuke (Masvingo), Andrew Langa (Matabele­land South) and Mike Madiro (Manica­land).
Among the delegation are acting Bul­awayo chairperson Cde Killian Sibanda and Cde Stephen Chiurayi (Mashona­land East), who is representing Cde Ray Kaukonde, who could not make the trip because of other commitments.