Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing economic diplomacy as it joined other nations at the opening of the 22nd Meeting of Foreign Ministers from Africa and the Nordic countries, taking place in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
The Tanzanian delegation is led by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Ambassador Mahmoud Thabit Kombo.
He joined his counterparts in discussions aimed at strengthening ties between the two regions, with this year’s meeting focusing on innovation and technology as drivers of sustainable development.
Opening the session, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Prof. Amon Murwira, highlighted the value of Africa–Nordic relations in promoting diplomatic solidarity and economic cooperation.
He said the dialogue should encourage practical solutions that accelerate inclusive growth.
The first day of the meeting featured a series of high-level forums, including the Africa–Nordic Business Forum, which explored strategies for building sustainable prosperity through trade and investment while reducing business risks.
The Youth Innovation Forum emphasized the role of young people as agents of change, using technology and social cohesion to advance development.
The Scholars’ Forum, under the theme “From Aid to Trade”, called for a shift from aid dependency to balanced trade relations that generate mutual benefits.
Addressing the forum on “From Aid to Trade”, Ambassador Kombo stressed that Africa’s natural resources must be harnessed to serve the continent’s interests.
He argued that equitable trade and value addition are central to achieving long-term prosperity for African citizens.
Tanzania’s participation in the meeting reflects the government’s broader agenda of positioning the country as a key player in global markets.
Through economic diplomacy, the government seeks to open new opportunities for trade, attract investment, and strengthen partnerships that directly benefit Tanzanians.
