China's Ministry of Commerce announced a two-year zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries starting May 1, 2026, aiming to boost trade and potentially increase RMB usage. This initiative is part of China's commitment to high-level opening-up and implementing Forum on China-Africa Cooperation outcomes.
China's Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Zhu Fenglian criticized Taiwan authorities for making "bloodletting" concessions to the US, including a $500 billion investment and "zero tariffs" on thousands of products, in exchange for minimal tariff benefits. She stated these actions betray Taiwan's interests and will lead to negative consequences.
中国外交部发言人毛宁表示，赖清德当局为谋求“台独”私利，通过“金元外交”搞腐败营私、利益输送和权钱交易，挥霍台湾民众血汗钱。斯威士兰与“台独”分裂势力捆绑没有前途，只会错失发展机遇。
China's zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries saw over 470 million yuan in imports in its first month (May 1-31). The policy, implemented on May 1, offers preferential tariffs for 2 years to 20 non-LDC African nations, resulting in over 43 million yuan in tax reductions.
China's Vice Foreign Minister Miao Deyu announced the full implementation of a zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries, aiming to boost trade, promote African exports, and strengthen the China-Africa community with a shared future. African representatives praised the initiative.
