Zim’s friend to all policy opens more doors

Herald Reporter

The foreign policy thrust that ‘Zimbabwe is a friend to all and an enemy to none’ has improved the way potential investors perceive the country, Business for Economic Development (B4ED) chairman, Mr Tawanda Chenana has said.
Mr Chenana, himself a successful businessperson, was part of a delegation led by Permanent Secretary for Industry and Commerce,Herald Reporter, which travelled to Türkiye for the inaugural session of the Türkiye-Zimbabwe Business Council.

In an interview, Mr Chenana said engagements with representatives of different Turkish companies were made easy by the new thrust of economic diplomacy introduced by President Mnangagwa.

“As representatives of B4ED, we are committed to reinforcing President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s message that Zimbabwe is a friend to all and an enemy to none,” he said.

“This trip to Türkiye was not just productive but also pivotal in establishing and reinforcing international partnerships.

“Since assuming office, President Mnangagwa has been proactive in positioning Zimbabwe as an attractive destination for investment.

“President Mnangagwa’s message of being a friend to all and an enemy to none has significantly improved Zimbabwe’s global image; this was evident in Türkiye,” he said.

Government has implemented a number economic reforms aimed at attracting foreign investment and boosting economic growth.

The reforms include improving the ease of doing business, liberalising key sectors and offering incentives to investors.

The measures have investors stampeding to come to Zimbabwe to enquire about investment opportunities.

“This positive response is evident from the numerous international engagements and partnerships as well as invites that B4ED is receiving to share notes with entities and individuals ready to invest in the country,” said Mr Chenana.

Vice chairman of the Türkiye-Africa Business Councils, Mr Fatih Kazova said it was important to promote trade and investment in the two countries.

The Türkiye-Zimbabwe Business Council aims to facilitate business interactions, identify investment opportunities and enhance trade relations. It serves as a platform for businesses from both countries to network, share ideas and collaborate on various projects.

B4ED says it remains committed to exploring opportunities in different parts of the world and promoting Zimbabwe as a viable and attractive investment destination.

The scarf bearing the Zimbabwean flag’s colours popularised by President Mnangagwa became a hit during the Türkiye-Zimbabwe Business Council as potential investors jostled to get it.