Namibia's ties with the international community continue to receive boosts, as newly accredited diplomats outlined plans to deepen cooperation in energy, tourism and education sectors.
Six Heads of Mission presented their letters of credence to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House.
The Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, said Namibia and France continue to strengthen their diplomatic and economic relations, noting that the two countries cooperate through diplomatic missions and growing business engagements.
Ambassador of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Hamdi Aali, paid a courtesy visit to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, briefing her on recent developments in Western Sahara and reaffirming enduring relations.
China has announced plans to grant zero-tariff treatment to all African countries that maintain diplomatic relations with it, a move expected to boost trade and economic cooperation across the continent.
The High Commission of Malaysia in Namibia conducted a high-level strategic briefing for Heads of Mission and senior Namibian government officials.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended condolences to the Algerian nation following the death of former president Liamine Zeroual, who died on 28 March.
Continued efforts to strengthen Namibia's diplomatic presence are set to advance, with one country expected to open an embassy in Namibia in the coming weeks.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia does not forget countries and movements that supported Namibia's liberation struggle.
She emphasised that the country's independence was built on global solidarity.
Ten countries have reaffirmed diplomatic relations with Namibia, identifying priority areas of cooperation including trade, tourism, infrastructure development, and various exchange programmes.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will be visiting Russia this year.
This was announced by the Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, during a joint press conference with Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow.
