🚂 All aboard the Friendship Express! 🚂
In a heartwarming move that harks back to the solidarity of the 1970s, China, Tanzania, and Zambia are teaming up to breathe new life into the legendary Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA). ✨
During the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), leaders from these nations shook hands 🤝 on revitalizing this iconic railway, showcasing a timeless bond that's still chugging strong after 60 years!
For those who might not know, the TAZARA railway, fondly dubbed the \"Friendship Railway\" or \"Freedom Railway,\" is more than just steel tracks and trains. It's a symbol of unity 🌍, built with the spirit of brotherhood to support African liberation movements and regional growth.
Stretching an impressive 1,860 kilometers 🛤️ across breathtaking landscapes—mountains, valleys, and wetlands—the railway links the bustling port of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania with landlocked Zambia, opening doors for trade and travel.
Since its grand opening in 1976, TAZARA has been the lifeline for goods and passengers in East Africa, fostering connections and creating opportunities. And now, with this new agreement, it's set to become an even brighter beacon of cooperation and progress! 🌅
As Tanzania and China celebrate six decades of diplomatic ties, this initiative isn't just about trains; it's about honoring a shared history and paving the way for a future filled with collaboration and mutual growth. 🚀
So, here's to old friends embarking on new journeys together! 🎉
Reference(s):
60 years of China-Tanzania brotherhood: example for global south
cgtn.com
