Over the 50 years since the establishment of their diplomatic ties, China and Mozambique have forged a strong and reliable partnership rooted in mutual trust and support. The cooperation has brought improvements to local development and the livelihoods of the people.
For Silva Jacinto Magaia, one of the people who built the Maputo-Katembe Bridge, the project holds deep personal significance. Completed in 2018, the bridge has dramatically improved traffic flow and strengthened connections among families and communities.
"Before the bridge, we had to wait five or six hours to cross the bay on two aging ferries. It was slow, unsafe, and frustrating. Now we can get across in five to ten minutes. The bridge changed everything," he said.
The bridge is one of many key infrastructure projects built by Chinese companies in Mozambique. China has helped construct the Maputo Ring Road, upgrade mobile networks, and build landmarks, including the National Stadium, Xai-Xai Airport, and the Mozambique-China Cultural Center, which have played a crucial role in Mozambique's economic growth and public service improvement.
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