Source: Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) |

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Assigned A+ Rating with Stable Outlook by Japan Credit Rating Agency, Strengthening Access to Asian Capital Markets

The Japan Credit Rating Agency’s A+ rating reflects AFC’s continued demonstration of solid capital adequacy

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has been assigned a long-term Issuer credit rating of A+ with a stable outlook by Japan Credit Rating Agency, Ltd (JCR). This rating will enable AFC to continue growing its footprint in Asian capital markets. “The credit rating reflects…

Source: Ministry of External Affairs - Government of India |

Visit of Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles [MoS (PM)] to Eswatini, Lesotho and South Africa

This visit is expected to further enhance the longstanding and friendly relations between India and the Kingdom of Eswatini

Shri Pabitra Margherita, Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles [Mos (PM)] will pay an official visit to the Kingdom of Eswatini, the Kingdom of Lesotho from 18-22 July 2025 and to the Republic of South Africa from 23-25 July 2025. 2.​ During his visit to Eswatini, MoS…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan |

Visit to Japan by Hon. Mr. James MARAPE, Prime Minister of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Papua New Guinea

Hon. Mr. James MARAPE, Prime Minister of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea will visit Japan from July 20 to 23, 2025 to attend Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. During his stay in Japan, Prime Minister Marape will participate in the National Day Event of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai,…

Source: Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Zambia |

Li Qiang Meets with Speaker of the Egyptian House of Representatives Hanafy Ali Gebaly

The Egyptian House of Representatives is willing to strengthen exchanges and cooperation between the legislative bodies of both countries

On July 9, 2025 local time, Premier Li Qiang of the State Council met with Speaker of the Egyptian House of Representatives Hanafy Ali Gebaly in Cairo. Li Qiang said that although China and Egypt are geographically distant, the friendship between the two countries has a long-standing history. Since the establishment of diplomatic…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Singapore |

Official Visit of Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad and African Affairs of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria Ahmed Attaf to Singapore, 6 to 8 July 2025

Following their meeting, Minister Attaf and Minister Balakrishnan signed an Agreement on the Mutual Visa Exemption for Diplomatic, Service and Official Passports

His Excellency Ahmed Attaf, Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad and African Affairs of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, is on an Official Visit to Singapore from 6 to 8 July 2025 at the invitation of Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan. This is…

Source: International Trade Centre |

Coffee exporters from Africa, the Pacific, Latin America, and Southeast Asia showcase at World of Coffee Geneva 2025

ITC has worked closely with the International Coffee Organization and regional institutions to support coffee value chains and SMEs across Latin America, Africa and Asia

The International Trade Centre (ITC) is showcasing its longstanding leadership in sustainable coffee development at the Specialty Coffee Association’s World of Coffee – Europe’s largest coffee trade show – hosted for the first time in Geneva from 26–28 June 2025. For over two decades, ITC has worked closely with the International Coffee…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt |

Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Participates in High-Level Session on "Belt and Road Initiative" during World Economic Forum (WEF) Meetings in China

The event saw high-level participation from policymakers, private sector leaders, and entrepreneurs from over 90 countries

H.E. Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, participated in the high-level discussion session titled "Where is the Belt and Road in 2025?" during her role as a co-chair of the World Economic Forum meetings, held from June 23-26, 2025, under the theme “Resilient Economic…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt |

Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Meets Representatives of Chinese Business Community and Investors on Sidelines World Economic Forum (WEF) Meetings in Tianjin

The Chinese side contributes to supporting and developing Egyptian expertise in the field of satellite assembly and testing, and training Egyptian cadres

H.E. Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, held an expanded meeting with a number of leaders and representatives of the Chinese business community, with the participation of Eng. Hassan El-Khatib, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade. The meeting took place during her participation in…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan |

Courtesy Call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr. FUJII Hisayuki by H.E. Mr. Hamza Adan Haadoow, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia

State Minister Fujii, while mentioning Japan’s efforts, stated that Japan would like to continue cooperation with Somalia towards its peace and stability

On June 25, commencing at 4:00 p.m., for approximately 30 minutes, Mr. FUJII Hisayuki, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, received a courtesy call from H.E. Mr. Hamza Adan Haadoow, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia. The overview…

Source: Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates |

Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretary General Praises His Majesty King Mohammed VI’s Leadership in Advancing Socioeconomic Development in Morocco

Kao also praised His Majesty King Mohammed VI's enlightened vision for the African continent through the Strategic Royal Initiatives

The Secretary General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Mr. Kao Kim Hourn, praised His Majesty King Mohammed VI’s leadership in advancing social and economic development in Morocco, expressing his appreciation for the Royal initiatives for Africa. This position was expressed in the Joint Summary of Meeting between…