Why Namibian President picks Guangdong for first stop of China visit
Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived in Guangzhou on July 5, 2026, commencing a week-long state visit, which is also her first trip to China since assuming office.
Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived in Guangzhou on July 5, 2026, commencing a week-long state visit, which is also her first trip to China since assuming office.
Her choice of Guangdong as the first stop is no coincidence: the province stands as China's most economically dynamic region and a vital gateway for China-Africa engagement. Guangdong has forged increasingly close ties with Namibia in recent years through robust trade figures, high-level policy dialogue, and practical projects that deliver water, jobs, food, and hope.
Trade between Guangdong and Africa continues to grow rapidly. In the first quarter of 2026, the province's imports and exports with Africa reached RMB 84.98 billion, up 29.7% year-on-year.