African Ambassadors in China End Strategic Retreat with Bold Plan to Leverage China’s 100% Tariff-Free Offer
Beijing, 24 April 2026 — African Ambassadors accredited to the People’s Republic of China have concluded a high-level Strategic Retreat in Beijing, committing to a unified and results-driven approach to leverage China’s landmark decision to grant 100% tariff-free market access to African exports effective 1 May 2026.
Linyi–Uganda Trade and Investment Symposium (21 April 2026) Forges Bold New Path for Bilateral Economic Cooperation
LINYI, China – 21 April 2026 – Opportunity awaits those who act. That was the resounding message at the China (Linyi)–Uganda Trade and Investment Symposium, where senior Ugandan diplomats, Linyi officials, and dynamic enterprises turned strategic dialogue into concrete trade and investment commitments.
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Uganda Showcases Specialty Coffee & Handicrafts at Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Expo 2026 in Linyi
LINYI, China – April 20, 2026 – The Republic of Uganda, represented by a delegation led by Ambassador Muheesi, accompanied by Ms. Bernadette M Ssempa – Counsellor from the Uganda Embassy in Beijing, made a notable participation at the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Expo, using the platform to promote Uganda's premium products, including high-quality coffee and beautifully crafted handmade goods.
A Chinese delegation yesterday evening paid a courtesy visit to the Kampala Industrial and Business Park (KIBP), where they were received by Mr. Adam Mutebi, China Desk Officer at the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA).
Mr. Mutebi commended the Chinese community for its continued and valuable partnership with Uganda, highlighting its contribution to the country’s industrial growth across multiple sectors.
Chinese Delegation Visits Wagagai Mining Uganda Ltd, Applauds Industrial Progress and Bilateral Cooperation
A Chinese delegation led by Ambassador Oliver Wonekha paid an official visit to Wagagai Mining Uganda Ltd (Wagagai Gold and Oil Refinery) located in Buteba Subcounty, Busia District, where they were warmly received by the facility’s General Manager, Mr. Lee.
