Namibia-China Relations

10 January 2025 Morning Biz News Update: Growth in Milk Production, Trade Relations, and Economic Challenges

Milk Production Surges Namibia’s milk production saw a notable increase in the third quarter, reaching 4.2 million litres, which marks a 7.5% year-on-year growth and an 11% rise compared to the previous quarter. According to the Bank of Namibia, the growth is attributed to the rise in the number of milk-producing cows and technological advancements that have improved production efficiency, reinforcing the positive outlook for the local dairy industry. […]

January 10, 2025 11

Business / Economics

Namibia and China strengthen ties during high-level talks

Swakopmund, Namibia – President Nangolo Mbumba hosted Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Swakopmund during a meeting aimed at reinforcing the long-standing partnership between the two nations. The talks focused on advancing Namibia and China’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and exploring new avenues for cooperation in key development areas. Speaking during the engagement, President Mbumba reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to strengthening ties with China, particularly in energy, infrastructure, education, and tourism. […]

January 6, 2025 39

Business / Economics

Namibia-China economic partnership, and performative relationship strengthens

Namibia and China have maintained a positive relationship over the years, the two sides have developed a strong economic and political partnership, with China emerging as Namibia's largest source of foreign investment and second-largest trading partner. We asked International relations expert from South Africa, Brooks Spector for opinion on the matter.

May 16, 2024 49