Burundi President Praises Zambia’s Hospitality During State Visit

Lusaka, Zambia – Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye has concluded a successful three-day state visit to Zambia, expressing deep appreciation for the warm hospitality extended by his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema, and the people of Zambia. The visit, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and exploring avenues for cooperation, has been hailed as a significant step towards enhancing the relationship between the two African nations.

In a statement shared via social media on August 3, President Ndayishimiye highlighted the positive outcomes of the visit, emphasizing the “fruitful and beneficial exchanges” that took place. “Dear brother President Hichilema, after these three days of State visit to Zambia, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your outstanding hospitality extended to my delegation and myself,” Ndayishimiye wrote. “This visit has opened new venues of cooperation, providing the right impetus for our warm and dynamic relations to continue flourishing.”

Dear brother President @HHichilema,
after these 3 days of State visit to Zambia, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your outstanding hospitality extended to my delegation and myself, which has been conducive to fruitful and benefic exchanges to our brotherly people. pic.twitter.com/gjwe9JgB2f

— SE Evariste Ndayishimiye (@GeneralNeva) August 3, 2024

The discussions during the visit focused on various sectors, including trade, agriculture, and infrastructure development. Both leaders expressed a shared commitment to fostering economic growth and development in their respective countries. President Ndayishimiye underscored his government’s dedication to investing in promising projects, aimed at quick-starting growth and development, which he believes will benefit both nations.

The state visit also included high-level meetings between Burundian and Zambian officials, where they explored potential partnerships and collaborations. The discussions covered a range of topics, from enhancing trade relations to addressing regional security challenges. The leaders also touched upon the importance of strengthening regional integration within the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC).

President Ndayishimiye’s remarks reflect a hopeful outlook for the future of Burundi-Zambia relations. He expressed optimism that the initiatives discussed during the visit would soon materialize into tangible projects that would boost economic activities and improve the livelihoods of the people in both countries. “My Government remains committed to investing in promising projects to quick-start growth,” he stated. “May God bless Zambia and Burundi.”

The visit comes at a time when both nations are seeking to bolster their economies and improve regional cooperation. The leaders’ commitment to deepening ties is seen as a positive step towards achieving mutual goals and addressing common challenges.

As Burundi and Zambia move forward with their plans for cooperation, the international community will be watching closely to see how these initiatives unfold and contribute to the region’s stability and prosperity.

The state visit marks a pivotal moment in the bilateral relationship between Burundi and Zambia, setting the stage for a new era of collaboration and partnership. The positive tone set by both leaders is expected to pave the way for increased dialogue and cooperation in the coming months and years.

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