China and Tanzania have pledged to deepen their comprehensive strategic partnership through aligned development strategies, marking a significant step in bilateral cooperation during Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Dar es Salaam this week. The agreement, formalized in a joint communique on January 10, 2026, outlines plans to boost economic collaboration and cultural exchanges while reaffirming mutual political support.
During high-level talks between Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and Tanzanian Foreign Minister Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, both nations celebrated six decades of diplomatic relations built on what they described as "trust and mutual respect." The discussions yielded concrete plans to:
Enhance two-way trade and investment flows
Collaborate on the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges
Advance the TAZARA Railway revitalization project
Expand cooperation across education, healthcare, and media sectors
The communique emphasized Tanzania's continued adherence to the one-China principle, recognizing the Chinese mainland's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Both parties expressed commitment to creating favorable business environments, with China expressing confidence in Tanzania's autonomous governance capabilities.
Notably, the partners announced preparations for a high-level TAZARA Railway Prosperity Belt meeting, building on the recently launched modernization initiative for the historic infrastructure project linking Tanzania and Zambia.
