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Originally published by Capital Newstop
May 1, 2026
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OPNION: Zero-Tariff Policy Opens New Chapter of China-Africa Cooperation

This is entirely China’s unilateral voluntary concession with no political strings attached as well as the major opening up measure China adopts in the first year of the 15th Five-Year Plan. This is also the first time that a major global economy extends comprehensive zero-tari..
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China has officially implemented a zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries, marking a significant expansion of its preferential trade measures and opening a new chapter in China-Africa cooperation.
- This policy offers 100 percent of tariff lines to African nations with which China has diplomatic ties, a first for a major global economy.
- The initiative is driven by H.E. Guo Haiyan, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Kenya, who highlights its role in promoting common development.
- Accompanying measures include streamlined customs procedures and increased use of trade expos to facilitate market access for African products like coffee and avocado.
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