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Namibia and China Strengthen Diplomatic Ties with Visa Exemption Agreement


Namibia and China

In a significant move to enhance diplomatic relations, the Namibian government has approved a mutual visa exemption agreement with China for holders of diplomatic, official, and service passports. This development marks a new chapter in the long-standing cooperation between the two nations, fostering easier travel for government officials and reinforcing bilateral ties.

The announcement was made on Thursday afternoon by deputy minister of information and communication technology, Modestus Amutse.

“Cabinet authorised the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security to enter into a mutual exemption from visa requirements between Namibia and China for holders of diplomatic, official [and] service passports,” Amutse stated.

The initiative is believed to have originated in March 2023, following a visit by a three-member Namibian delegation to Beijing. Reports suggest that the trip was sponsored by the Chinese government, underlining China’s strategic interest in strengthening its relationship with Namibia. However, the details of the negotiations were reportedly kept confidential by senior officials in Namibia’s immigration ministry.

Namibia and China share a history of cooperation spanning decades, with China playing a crucial role in Namibia’s development through investments in infrastructure, energy, and trade. The visa exemption agreement is expected to facilitate smoother engagements between government officials, potentially paving the way for further economic and diplomatic collaboration.

While the agreement currently applies only to diplomatic, official, and service passport holders, it raises speculation about future considerations for broader visa relaxations that could benefit business and tourism exchanges between the two nations.

As Namibia continues to strengthen its global partnerships, the agreement with China stands as a testament to the growing influence of international diplomacy in shaping the country’s future. Observers will be keenly watching how this development impacts bilateral relations in the long run.

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