Government Pledges Commitment To Regional Cooperation, Enhanced Connectivity
Minister of Transport and Logistics says Zambia’s accession to the Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency signifies a momentous milestone in the country’s commitment to regional cooperation, enhanced connectivity, and sustainable development.
Speaking during the Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency Extraordinary Interstate Council of Ministers Meeting in DRC, Frank Tayali said Zambia’s decision to join the Agency is rooted in its shared vision of a more integrated, efficient, and resilient transportation network that serves the interests of all three member states and fosters economic prosperity throughout the region.
Mr. Tayali noted that the Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency serves as a vital platform for dialogue, cooperation, and coordination among member states, with the aim of promoting sustainable mobility, efficient logistics, and inclusive growth.
He stated that by joining the Agency, Zambia reaffirms its commitment to the principles of unity, solidarity, and mutual support that underpin the country’s shared aspirations for a prosperous and interconnected Central Corridor region.
“As we embark on this collaborative journey with our fellow member states, we recognize the immense potential for synergy, innovation, and mutual benefit that arises from working together within the framework of the Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency.”
“Zambia brings to the table a wealth of experience, expertise, and resources that we are eager to share in advancing our collective goals of trade facilitation, infrastructure development, and regional connectivity,” Mr. Tayali stated.
Mr. Tayali expressed confidence in the transformative power of collaboration, partnership, and shared vision that defines the work of the Central 4 Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency.
“Together, we will harness our collective strengths, leverage our diverse perspectives, and forge new pathways towards a more vibrant, equitable, and sustainable regional transport network.”
“I pledge our unwavering commitment to working hand in hand with our fellow member states to realize our common objectives, overcome obstacles, and chart a course towards a brighter future for the Central Corridor region and its people,” he added.
In December 2023, the Inter-State Council of Ministers approved the acceding of Zambia to the Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency.
The agency was established through an agreement by five member states namely Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania in 2006.
