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President of China who invited Namibian President Nandi-Ndaitwah for a July 2026 state visit elevating bilateral ties.
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Windhoek Observer
President Xi Jinping agreed to elevate bilateral China-Namibia relations.
“According to Zhao, President Xi Jinping and Nandi-Ndaitwah agreed to elevate bilateral relations during the Namibian leader's state visit, which he described as a milestone in the development of China-Namibia ties.”
China, Namibia pledge deeper cooperation as ties enter new eraThe Namibian
President Xi Jinping has long seen financial stability as key to China's national security
“President Xi Jinping has long seen financial stability as key to China's national security.”
China to pump $54bn into state banks and insurers to boost economyThe Namibian
Xi Jinping is offering personal directives on the incident
“In Tibet, Chinese president Xi Jinping is offering personal directives – which usually means an incident is very serious.”
Hundreds missing, including 291 foreign tourists, after deadly flash flood on Nepal-Tibet borderWindhoek Observer
Xi Jinping proposed that future China-Africa mining partnerships should be guided by mutual benefit, consultation and innovation
“Mining cooperation also featured strongly during the visit, with Xi proposing that future China-Africa mining partnerships should be guided by mutual benefit, consultation and innovation.”
China pledges grants, market access after NNN visitThe Namibian
President Xi Jinping reached consensus with President Nandi-Ndaitwah on expanding cooperation across various sectors
“Li said presidents Xi Jinping and Nandi-Ndaitwah reached consensus on expanding cooperation across various sectors, setting the strategic direction for long-term relations.”
China hails growing military ties with NamibiaInformanté
President Xi Jinping invited President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to a state visit
“She said this upon her return to Namibia on Friday following a state visit to the People's Republic of China from 5–11 July 2026, at the invitation of President Xi Jinping.”
Namibia shifting from raw exports to local value addition, says PresidentNew Era
President Xi Jinping described Namibia and China's relationship as evolved from political friendship to practical cooperation
“During the bilateral meeting, Xi described Namibia and China's relationship as having evolved from political friendship to practical cooperation.”
China commits to backing Namibia’s development prioritiesNew Era
Xi said the two countries had agreed to elevate bilateral relations because partnership deepened over years
“He said the two countries had agreed to elevate their bilateral relations because the partnership had continued to deepen over the years "to deepen China-Namibia friendship and cooperation is opportune and promising".”
China commits to backing Namibia’s development prioritiesThe Namibian
President Xi Jinping met with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah during her state visit
“This follows the conclusion of Nandi-Ndaitwah's visit to China from 6 to 11 July, where she met her counterpart, president Xi Jinping.”
Namibia, China sign nine cooperation agreementsThe Namibian
Chinese president Xi Jinping held talks with Namibian president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
“The agreement was announced in a joint statement on Friday at the conclusion of president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to China from 5 to 11 July, where she held talks with Chinese president Xi Jinping.”
Namibia, China elevate ties with new partnershipChina and Namibia have agreed to deepen economic, diplomatic and people-to-people cooperation following the elevation of bilateral relations to a China-Namibia community with a shared future for the new era, an agreement reached during President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to China in July.
17 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
China and Namibia have agreed to deepen economic, diplomatic and people-to-people cooperation following the elevation of bilateral relations to a China-Namibia community with a shared future for the new era, an agreement reached during President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to China in July.
17 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A Jiangxi Culture Goes to International Sister Cities event in Windhoek drew close to 120 government, media, academic and civil society attendees to showcase Jiangxi Province's intangible heritage, traditional medicine, tea culture, and revolutionary history. The event highlighted growing cooperation between Namibia and China at provincial and people-to-people levels, including a recent letter of intent on friendship relations between Jiangxi Province and Khomas region.
10 September 2026 · New Era →
China's finance ministry is pumping 360 billion yuan ($53.6 billion) into eight state-owned banks and insurance companies to strengthen their financial capabilities and boost economic growth amid trade tensions, geopolitical pressures, and demographic challenges.
7 September 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah travelled to Lusaka to attend the inauguration of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema for his second term, joining other SADC leaders and international dignitaries at the ceremony at National Heroes Stadium.
1 September 2026 · Informanté →
A massive flash flood and mudslide on the Nepal-Tibet border on Wednesday killed at least 31 people and left hundreds missing, including more than 100 from India and 12 from the United Kingdom. Nepal's foreign minister says the flood may have been caused by an earthquake triggering an avalanche.
26 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Following President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to Beijing, China has pledged additional grant funding, expanded market access for Namibian exports, and stronger investment cooperation. The countries have elevated bilateral relations to a "China-Namibia community with a shared future for the new era," with cooperation to deepen in agriculture, education, healthcare, trade, mining and industrialisation.
29 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Following President Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to Beijing, Chinese defence attaché Li Shujun said military cooperation between China and Namibia has strengthened through practical cooperation, military exchanges and training, with the two countries' leaders reaching consensus on expanding bilateral relations. China's defence policy remains defensive and guided by principles of not seeking hegemony, Li said.
27 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah completed a seven-day state visit to China aimed at persuading the country to help Namibia build manufacturing and processing industries rather than exporting raw minerals. The visit culminated in nine cooperation instruments and elevation of bilateral ties to a Namibia-China Community with a shared future, focusing on long-term development and strategic cooperation.
21 July 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia's focus is shifting from exporting raw materials to adding value through local processing, aimed at creating jobs and promoting industrialisation. She made the statement upon returning from a state visit to China, during which she held discussions with Chinese leadership on bilateral relations and global governance.
14 July 2026 · Informanté →
During a State visit to Beijing, President Nandi-Ndaitwah and President Xi Jinping elevated bilateral relations and committed to cooperation through technology transfer, technical collaboration and project partnerships across trade, education, health, vocational training and other sectors, with China pledging to encourage Chinese investment and support industrialisation, agricultural modernisation and Vision 2030.
13 July 2026 · New Era →
During President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to Beijing in July, Namibia and China signed agreements and memoranda covering economic partnership, healthcare, education, green minerals, tourism and agriculture, elevating bilateral relations to a Namibia-China Community with a Shared Future for the New Era.
13 July 2026 · Informanté →
During President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to China from 6 to 11 July, Namibia and China signed nine cooperation agreements covering economic development, health, education, mining, agriculture, tourism, media and technology. The agreements include an economic partnership for shared development agreement, a paired hospital cooperation mechanism, technical vocational education and training cooperation, green minerals cooperation, and a phytosanitary protocol enabling fresh Namibian table grapes to be exported to the Chinese market.
12 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and China have agreed to elevate their bilateral relations to a 'Namibia-China Community with a Shared Future for the New Era' following President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to China. The two countries pledged to strengthen trade, investment and cooperation across sectors including oil and gas, mining, green energy, agriculture, digital technology, infrastructure and tourism, with China reaffirming its zero-tariff policy for Namibian exports and supporting beneficiation of critical minerals including uranium, lithium and rare earth elements.
11 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah concluded a week-long state visit to China, with both nations agreeing to elevate bilateral relations to a "Namibia–China Community with a Shared Future for the New Era" and expanding cooperation across trade, investment, industrialisation, infrastructure, security and people-to-people exchanges.
11 July 2026 · Informanté →
Following President Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to Beijing, Namibia and China issued a joint statement committing to expanded cooperation in critical minerals including uranium, lithium and rare earth elements, with focus on local processing and value addition rather than raw material exports. The agreement also covers oil and gas, renewable energy, agriculture, infrastructure, technology transfer and skills development to support Namibia's industrialisation and economic growth.
10 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met with Sichuan Province officials to identify sectors for Chinese investment and expertise, including agriculture, water, transport, education, and health. Sichuan pledged closer cooperation and reported that trade with Namibia has surged by 530%.
10 July 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will invite a business delegation from China's Guangdong province to Namibia to form partnerships in mining, agriculture, and logistics. She highlighted existing partnerships, including China General Nuclear's Husab mine and a desalination plant collaboration with the national water company.
6 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met with Guangdong province leadership on Monday as part of her official state visit to China, with both sides expressing confidence the visit would deepen bilateral relations. The president chose Guangzhou as her entry point because of its economic importance and to create opportunities for Namibia's business delegation.
6 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived in Guangzhou for a state visit to China from 5–11 July 2026 at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, to strengthen the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership. The visit includes meetings with senior Chinese leaders and discussions on cooperation in trade, investment, mining, renewable energy, green hydrogen, manufacturing, agriculture, and other areas aligned with Namibia's development priorities.
5 July 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has arrived in Guangzhou for an official state visit to China from 5 to 11 July 2026, at the invitation of President Xi Jinping. The visit aims to deepen economic cooperation and bilateral relations between the two countries.
5 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is departing for China on Saturday for a week-long state visit (6–10 July) at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation in trade, investment, renewable energy, agriculture, education, and other sectors. The visit includes industry visits in Guangzhou and Shenzhen, agricultural engagements in Chengdu, and high-level bilateral meetings in Beijing.
4 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will undertake a State Visit to China from 5 to 11 July 2026 at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, aimed at deepening cooperation in trade, investment, industrialisation and strategic development sectors. The visit will include high-level talks with Chinese leaders and provincial authorities, with discussions focusing on mining, renewable energy, green hydrogen, manufacturing, agriculture and digital innovation.
4 July 2026 · Informanté →
China has joined Pakistan in proposing a five-point plan to broker a ceasefire in the Middle East war, motivated by concerns that prolonged conflict threatens global economic stability and supplies to its industrial base. Beijing's move marks a diplomatic shift and comes ahead of trade talks between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Oil prices surged above US$106 a barrel as conflict in the region disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the International Energy Agency to coordinate the release of strategic oil reserves across Asia, Europe, and North America. Global energy ministers are meeting to address soaring prices and discuss measures including price caps and military operations to reopen critical shipping routes.
17 March 2026 · New Era →
The US has launched a Section 301 investigation into unfair trade practices by major trading partners including China, the EU, India, Japan, South Korea and Mexico, potentially leading to new tariffs by summer. The probe follows a Supreme Court ruling that struck down Trump's previous tariff policies and offers the administration a way to impose new levies on countries found to have engaged in unfair trade.
12 March 2026 · The Namibian →
China has announced zero-tariff treatment for imports from 53 African countries beginning May 1, 2026, a policy intended to enhance African exporters' competitiveness, support industrialization, and strengthen China-Africa relations through trade-led development rather than aid-dependent frameworks.
11 March 2026 · New Era →
At a Beijing press conference, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stressed China's commitment to deepening China-Africa friendship, called for a political settlement to the Middle East conflict, and outlined China's vision for a multipolar world built on equality and cooperation rather than hegemony.
11 March 2026 · New Era →
China has announced an annual economic growth target of 4.5–5%, the lowest since 1991, as it faces domestic challenges including weak consumption, a shrinking population, and property crisis, alongside global trade tensions and energy pressures. The target, released during China's "two sessions" political gathering, signals a shift to more flexible goals while Beijing pursues investments in innovation, green energy, and efforts to boost household consumption.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
China will remove tariffs on imports from Namibia and all 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations, effective 1 May, according to an announcement by Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson. The policy expands an existing zero-tariff arrangement that currently covers 33 African countries and forms part of broader efforts to deepen trade and economic cooperation under the China-Africa Cooperation framework.
16 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Chinese leader Xi Jinping held consecutive calls with Russia's Putin and US president Trump this week, a rare move analysts say demonstrates China positioning itself as equidistant between the two powers while securing trade commitments. The timing is seen as significant for projecting stability and Xi's global standing, particularly as China faces domestic political pressures.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →