Economic diplomacy delivers investment, trade gains for Tanzania
Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, presents the ministry’s revenue estimates and expenditure budget in Parliament in Dodoma on May 26, 2026. PHOTO | COURTESY
Dodoma. Tanzania’s economic diplomacy drive has been yielding gains in trade, investment, infrastructure, healthcare and tourism, Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation Minister Mahmoud Thabit Kombo told Parliament on Tuesday.
Presenting his ministry’s proposed Sh359.3 billion budget for the 2026/27 financial year, Mr Kombo said the government has continued to use diplomacy as a strategic tool to unlock economic opportunities and strengthen Tanzania’s global partnerships.
