Here’s my 2 cents on the meeting this week Discussions will...

Here’s my 2 cents on the meeting this week

Discussions will centre around Infrastructure Development and Railway Project we are all invested in. The proposed rail line connecting the Mbalam iron ore mine in Cameroon with the deep-water port in Kribi, and extending to the Republic of Congo, represents a significant infrastructure investment and it will be tabled for talks.

Such projects are often discussed under the banner of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and other infrastructure cooperation frameworks in Africa. I’d imagine the logistics and trade review will consider building transport links like the Congo-Cameroon railway as it is crucial for improving the logistics of exporting natural resources. These types of projects align with China’s interest in securing stable supply chains for resources and promoting trade with Africa.

Other key topics covering Mining and Natural Resources Development, Iron Ore Mining would be expected to be covered. The Mbalam-Kribi project is a substantial iron ore mining venture that is of significant interest due to China’s need for raw materials to support its industries, and I’d imagine discussions might focus on how Chinese companies can participate in the extraction, processing, and export of iron ore from this region.

Other topics would include Resource Investments. China has historically been interested in investing in Africa’s mining sector, given the continent’s vast mineral wealth. Talks could cover potential Chinese investment in the Mbalam-Kribi iron ore mine, including financing, technology transfer, and partnership opportunities with African countries.

Ladies, Gentlemen and comrades, this project is so massive you’d be a fool not to think it’s high on the discussion agenda.