President chakwera describes visit to Abu Dhabi as a success
Chakwera: I am satisfied that we have a friend in the UAE who wants our relationship to develop with a focus on infrastructure development
President Lazarus Chakwera has described his visit to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a significant step towards addressing some of Malawi’s recent challenges.
During his meetings with top leaders, including UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Mohamed Saif Al Suwadi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, Chakwera highlighted key issues such as fuel procurement, agriculture, tourism, and mining.
Chakwera particularly emphasized the importance of the Government-to-Government fuel procurement system as a solution to Malawi’s ongoing fuel challenges.
However, the discussions expanded beyond fuel to include the broader Agricultural, Tourism, and Mining (ATM) strategy.
“I am happy that Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has accepted to co-finance the Mangochi-Makanjira Road Construction Project and now we can go ahead with the procurement of consultants and contractors to work on the project.” Chakwera noted,
This development will enable the procurement of consultants and contractors, marking a significant step forward in Malawi’s infrastructure development.
Overall, the visit demonstrated the strengthening of bilateral relations between Malawi and the UAE, with a focus on long-term investments that could improve the lives of Malawians.
Chakwera expressed his satisfaction with the support shown by the UAE in helping tackle Malawi’s challenges and fostering infrastructure development.
“I am satisfied that we have a friend in the UAE who wants our relationship to develop with a focus on infrastructure development and various types of investment for Malawians to develop themselves.”
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