Maputo: A photo exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Mozambique opened Friday at the Mozambique-China Cultural Center in the Mozambican capital of Maputo.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the exhibition was jointly organised by the Chinese Embassy in Mozambique, the Mozambican Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, and Xinhua News Agency Africa Regional Bureau. The event drew approximately 200 participants, including Mozambican Secretary of State for Tourism Fredson Bacar, Chinese Ambassador to Mozambique Zheng Xuan, representatives from various Mozambican sectors, Chinese enterprises operating in Mozambique, and members of the Chinese community.
The exhibition features nearly 150 photos divided into three sections, each highlighting significant historical moments and cooperation outcomes since the establishment of diplomatic ties five decades ago. The section titled ‘Traces of 50 Years of China-Mozambique Friendship’ emphasizes China’s support for Mozambique’s independence struggle and the evolution of political, economic, and cultural exchanges between the two nations.
The segment ‘Pioneers of People-to-People Exchanges – Chinese Enterprises in Mozambique’ showcases the contributions of Chinese companies to local development and livelihoods. Meanwhile, ‘Lens of Xinhua, Images of the Century’ presents classic works by Xinhua, documenting China’s development since the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
During the opening ceremony, Bacar expressed gratitude for China’s contribution to Mozambique’s social and economic development over the past 50 years. He remarked that the exhibition vividly illustrates the growth of bilateral ties, characterized by friendship, solidarity, and cooperation, resulting in mutual benefits.
Bacar highlighted recent achievements in areas such as finance, infrastructure, energy, transport, telecommunications, science and technology, agriculture, health, education, culture, and tourism. He noted that various mechanisms like the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, Forum Macao, and the Belt and Road Initiative have facilitated broader collaboration, turning Mozambique’s natural resources and agricultural potential into sustainable development drivers.
Zheng emphasized the deep-rooted traditional friendship between China and Mozambique, which has been continuously strengthened since the establishment of diplomatic ties. She stated that the two countries have consistently supported each other, deepening practical cooperation and consolidating their friendship while pursuing national development and revitalization. The exhibition, she noted, showcases both the history of bilateral relations and tangible achievements across multiple fields.
Samo Gudo, editor-in-chief of the Mozambican News Agency, expressed his admiration for the exhibition, acknowledging the significant changes Mozambique has undergone since independence in 1975, with China’s support.