African Nations to Benefit From China’s Two-Year Zero-Tariff Regime
During the two-year implementation period, China will continue to promote the negotiation and signing of the agreement of China-Africa Economic Partnership for Shared Development with relevant African countries. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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China will extend its zero-tariff treatment to all African nations it has diplomatic relations with for a two-year period, from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2028.
- Zero-tariff treatment will apply to 100 percent of tariff lines for an additional 20 African countries, building on a previous policy for 33 least developed nations.
- The initiative is driven by China, aligning with its commitment to expanding high-standard opening up and fostering mutually-beneficial cooperation.
- This policy is part of China's broader strategy outlined in its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) to create a more open and predictable institutional environment for trade and investment.
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