Zhou Ding, the Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe, presented a lecture on the Belt and Road Initiative and China’s foreign policy at the Zimbabwe National Defence University on February 27, 2025. He detailed diplomatic principles and success stories of collaboration between China and Africa. The audience commended China’s support for development in the region and engaged in discussions with the Ambassador post-lecture.
On February 27, 2025, Zhou Ding, the Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe, delivered a lecture at the Zimbabwe National Defence University (ZNDU) focused on the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and China’s diplomatic policies. Present at the event were ZNDU’s Vice Chancellor AVM Michael Tedzani Moyo along with senior military leaders from Zimbabwe and other African nations.
Ambassador Zhou discussed the fundamental elements of Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy and elaborated on the significance of the BRI. He highlighted the successful collaborations between China and African nations, including Zimbabwe, and shared insights on creating a community with a shared future for humanity, along with the “Three Global Initiatives”. Following the lecture, he engaged in an interactive session with ZNDU students on current international and regional issues.
AVM Moyo and the attendees expressed their appreciation for China’s substantial contributions to the socio-economic development of Zimbabwe and Africa. They acknowledged Ambassador Zhou’s informative lecture and demonstrated hope for enhanced collaboration in building a high-level China-Africa community that delivers fruitful outcomes. Additionally, Ambassador Zhou participated in a joint interview with local Zimbabwean media outlets at ZNDU.
In conclusion, Ambassador Zhou Ding’s lecture at ZNDU emphasized the integral aspects of China’s foreign policy and the Belt and Road Initiative. The event facilitated meaningful discussions on international relations, underscoring China’s commitment to supporting Zimbabwe and Africa’s development. The productive dialogue reflects a collective aspiration for stronger partnerships between China and African nations.
Original Source: www.africa.com
