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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
HARARE, Aug. 7 (Xinhua) — China on Thursday delivered a fresh batch of food aid to Zimbabwe to bolster food security in the southern African country following a devastating drought caused by the El Niño climate phenomenon last year.
Speaking at a handover ceremony in the Zimbabwean capital Harare, Zimbabwe's Deputy Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Mercy Dinha thanked China for the donation of about 3,000 tonnes of rice and wheat, saying it would go a long way to helping vulnerable people.
"We are talking about families headed by children, disabled people and the elderly. We will try to ensure that this cargo reaches those in need, especially in hard-to-reach areas," said M. Dinha.
"China is our all-weather friend. This country helps us in developing infrastructure and agriculture. So I sincerely want to thank China for participating in the development of Zimbabwe," she added.
Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe Zhou Ding, for his part, stressed China's firm commitment to helping Zimbabwe ensure food security and reduce poverty. According to the diplomat, the food supplies were part of China's response to Zimbabwe's international appeal for food aid following last year's devastating drought.
“As we always say, a friend in need is a friend indeed. China and Zimbabwe are time-tested friends,” Zhou Ding said. “As friends, we are always ready to provide assistance when our Zimbabwean brothers and sisters need it most,” the Chinese ambassador assured.
Noting that China has always attached great importance and priority to food security and poverty alleviation, Zhou Ding stressed that the two countries should further strengthen their partnership to enhance food security. –0–
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