President Xi Jinping on Tuesday held talks with Daniel Chapo at the Great Hall of the People, with both leaders agreeing to upgrade bilateral relations to a “China-Mozambique community with a shared future in the new era.”
The agreement came during Chapo’s state visit to China, underscoring deepening cooperation between Beijing and Mozambique amid evolving global dynamics.
Xi described the longstanding relationship between the two countries as a model of China-Africa solidarity, noting that mutual trust and support have defined ties since diplomatic relations were established. He said strengthening cooperation aligns with the aspirations of both nations and reflects broader momentum among Global South countries to enhance unity in addressing shared challenges.
According to Xi, both sides will leverage outcomes from the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Beijing Summit and the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges to advance modernization goals.
He emphasized that political trust remains the cornerstone of bilateral ties, calling for sustained support on core interests and expanded engagement across government institutions, political parties, and sub-national entities. Xi also highlighted the strong economic complementarity between the two nations, pointing to opportunities in infrastructure, energy, mining, agriculture, digital economy, and artificial intelligence.
The Chinese leader further said both countries should strengthen coordination in multilateral platforms such as the United Nations, advocating for a more balanced multipolar world and inclusive global economic system.
Addressing broader China-Africa relations, Xi noted that the partnership has remained resilient over decades, describing it as a stabilizing force in a changing international landscape. He called for peaceful conflict resolution through dialogue and reaffirmed China’s commitment to prioritizing Africa in its development agenda.
He announced that China would implement zero-tariff treatment for exports from 53 African countries with diplomatic ties starting May 1, alongside expanded market access initiatives aimed at boosting African trade.
Chapo, for his part, described his visit as a reflection of the strong and enduring friendship between the two countries. He commended China’s development achievements and its leadership role among Global South nations, while reaffirming Mozambique’s commitment to the one-China principle.
He said Mozambique is keen to deepen cooperation with China in key sectors including trade, agriculture, and energy, and expressed support for major Chinese global initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative and frameworks aimed at enhancing development, security, and governance.
Following the talks, both leaders witnessed the signing of more than 20 cooperation agreements spanning infrastructure, trade, healthcare, media, and people-to-people exchanges.
The two countries also issued a joint statement formalizing the establishment of the China-Mozambique community with a shared future, marking a new phase in bilateral relations.
