Tanzania- China ties aim for increased industrial cooperation

President John Mgufuli shakes hands with China’s State Councillor and Foreign Affairs Minister Wang Yi after the contract-signing ceremony in Chato District, Geita Region yesterday for the construction of 341km-long standard gauge railway sections by two Chinese companies. PHOTO | STATE HOUSE

What you need to know:

  • Minister Wang’s visit is a continuation of China’s diplomatic tradition whereby the Foreign Minister chooses African countries as the destination of his first overseas visit in a year, a tradition that has stayed for 31 years.