Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC)

04 Sep

Mbumba champions Namibian’s investment potential in Beijing

ObserverNational NewsAlfredo Hengari, Chinese investors, Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC)

Erasmus Shalihaxwe President Nangolo Mbumba held several meetings with Chinese investors in Beijing, China, at the ongoing ninth Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Presidential press secretary, Alfredo Hengari said on Wednesday that the Chinese investors have expressed interest in different sectors of the Namibian economy, including mining, tourism, renewable energy, and infrastructure. Mbumba along with other African leaders, are participating in the forum that started on Wednesday. He is also expected to hold a courtesy meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Mbumba has urged Chinese business people to continue investing in Namibia, stating that there is no reason why they…

Namibia set to host strategic business forum in Beijing

ObserverObserver MoneyForum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC)

Niël Terblanché Namibia is preparing to play a key role in this year's Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), as its delegation will host a business forum aimed at enhancing strategic economic partnerships with China. The forum, to be held during the event in Beijing from 4 to 6 September, will provide numerous opportunities for business collaborations and at the same time, strengthen bilateral ties between Namibia and China. At the end of last week, Jerobeam Shaanika, the Deputy Executive Director of Namibia’s Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, reiterated the importance of the event, noting that it presents a unique…