Dar es Salaam, Feb. 19 -- TANZANIA: AS the African Union (AU) marked its 38th summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia recently, an air of optimism filled the room when Chinese President Xi Jinping extended his sincere congratulations. His words resonated across the continent, emphasising Africas rising importance on the global stage. With a firm commitment to deepening cooperation with African nations, Xis message reinforced the vision of shared development goals and unity within the Global South framework.

Speaking with Daily News recently, Political and Economic analysts said that Xis remarks signify more than just diplomatic pleasantries.

They say it is a pivotal moment and opportunity for Africa to embrace economic transformation, infrastru...