PPP Model of Infrastructure Development to Enhance Zambia’s Trade Opportunities

Zambia’s Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, Charles Milupi, advocates the PPP model of infrastructure development as a means to enhance trade opportunities. At the Transforming Transport Conference in Washington, D.C., he emphasizes the Government’s commitment to expanding investments and improving infrastructure, while urging diplomats to attract foreign investments.

Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development Minister Charles Milupi has articulated that the Private Public Partnership (PPP) model for infrastructure development is designed to enhance Zambia’s trade opportunities. Presently representing Zambia at the Transforming Transport Conference in Washington, D.C., Mr. Milupi noted the significance of this model in fostering economic growth.

The conference, organized by the World Bank and the World Resources Institute at the Ross Centre for Sustainable Cities, gathers global leaders, policymakers, and industry specialists to evaluate equitable, sustainable, and resilient transport infrastructure systems. Mr. Milupi underscored the Zambian Government’s commitment to expanding the investment portfolio for the benefit of its citizens.

Furthermore, he emphasized the responsibility of diplomats to actively attract investments, reinforcing the Government’s efforts to enhance the infrastructure conducive for investment.

In conclusion, Minister Charles Milupi highlights the PPP model as a strategic initiative to bolster Zambia’s trade and investment landscape. The ongoing Transforming Transport Conference serves as a crucial platform for international collaboration toward creating resilient infrastructure. The Zambian Government aims to foster an investment-friendly environment, with empowered diplomats playing a critical role in this initiative.

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