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Africa Moyo in MAPUTO, Mozambique
THE Zimbabwe delegation’s presence in Mozambique indicates a determination to strengthen relations between the two all-weather friends, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Professor Amon Murwira has said.
In his remarks at the Zimbabwe-Mozambique Bi-National Commission Ministerial Meeting in Maputo this afternoon, Prof Murwira said: “Our presence in Maputo for this inaugural Commission signals a renewed commitment to structured, forward-looking cooperation between our two nations.”
The ministerial meeting preceded President Mnangagwa’s State visit, which is expected to start later today.
Prof Murwira said the bonds of relations between Zimbabwe and Mozambique were forged during the liberation struggle, sustained through mutual resilience and elevated by strategic cooperation. “Our bilateral engagements over the past two years reflect a deliberate intensification of high-level exchanges.
“From humanitarian solidarity in Chimoio to joint commemorations of independence and liberation heritage, our nations have demonstrated a profound commitment to regional unity and historical stewardship on our strategic pillars of cooperation.
“Today’s dialogue offers a platform to consolidate progress and chart new pathways for cooperation,” he said.
Mozambique’s Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Maria Manuela Lucas, said Zimbabwe’s presence is not merely a formality, but “a reformation of the historic ties that unite our peoples”.
“Mozambique and Zimbabwe share more than a border, we share a common history of struggle, liberation and resistance.
“We will never forget your readiness to support the victims of the cyclones that ravaged our region, particularly more recently through the donation that the Republic of Zimbabwe made to Mozambique in the city of Chimoio, that was done by the President of Zimbabwe and delivered it to the President Daniel Chapo,” said Minister Lucas.
The meeting was attended by other Zimbabwean officials who included Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development and ZimTrade CEO Mr Allan Majuru, among others.
