Museveni Bids Farewell to Outgoing Chinese Ambassador Zhang Lizhong

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today bid farewell to the outgoing Chinese Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Zhang Lizhong, who paid a courtesy call on him at his country home in Kisozi, Gomba District.

During the meeting, President Museveni congratulated Ambassador Lizhong on the successful completion of his tour of duty in Uganda.

“I wish you well in your next assignment,” the President said.

President Museveni also expressed appreciation for the continued strengthening of bilateral relations between Uganda and China.

“I am happy to note that Uganda’s exports to China have increased to USD 138 million. However, this is still not enough, and we should be able to do much more,” he noted.

The President further welcomed the decision by the Chinese Government to remove taxes on Ugandan exports, saying the move will greatly support the country’s trade expansion and wealth creation efforts.

“Regarding Chinese investments in Uganda, we have been supporting Chinese interests for a long time, and we shall continue to do so,” President Museveni added.

On his part, Ambassador Lizhong thanked the President and the Government of Uganda for the support and cooperation extended to him throughout his tenure.