Zambia, China Firm Sign Urban Development MoU

By Nyambe Nalishebo

The Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development has signed a Memorandum of Understanding –MoU- with China State Construction Engineering Corporation to strengthen cooperation in infrastructure, investment and urban development.

Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development Permanent Secretary ALBERT MALAMA says the MoU marks another milestone in more than six decades of Zambia-China relations.

Speaking during the signing ceremony, Professor MALAMA said the MoU will support development in Mumbwa, Chililabombwe and Namwala districts.

He said the agreement will promote sustainable urban development, job creation, trade and investment.

And China State Construction Engineering Corporation Limited Chairman GAO BO said the company will support Zambia’s development agenda as an integrated service provider covering consultation, investment, construction and operations.