BY DIRAMAKINI
PRESIDENT of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan extends her best wishes to the Government and people of the People’s Republic of China on the celebrations of Chinese New Year (The Year of Rabbit).
Dr.Samia has, on behalf of the Government and people of United Republic of Tanzania, expressed her wish that the advent of the Year of the Rabbit will indeed endow citizens of the People’s Republic of China with the longevity, peace and prosperity associated with the zodiac sign for the year ahead.
"On behalf of the government and the People of Tanzania, I extend my warmest wishes to all Chinese as you celebrate your Chinese New Year (The Year of Rabbit).
"Tanzania is dedicated to fostering a strong and genuine friendship and cooperation for the betterment of both our nations,"said President Dr.Samia.
United Republic of Tanzania and China have enjoyed a very special relationship that dates back from the days of the generation of leadership of the founding fathers of these nations, namely the late Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere, Abeid Amani Karume and Chairman Mao Zedong. The two countries established bilateral relations in 1964.
The two countries have continued to cooperate in many fields including health, education and culture, agriculture, Information, Communication and Technology (ICT), trade, tourism, energy and infrastructure development.
Over the years, China has provided financial and technical support to the implementation of many projects, including, the TAZARA Railway line and others.
Trade between Tanzania and China grew vigorously and healthily despite global economic slow down. It has given a strong boost to the economic growth of both sides.