Tanzania, Italy agree to bolster their Mattei Plan ties in agriculture, health, energy
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening and expanding economic cooperation with Italy, with a focus on trade and investment opportunities across key priority sectors.
Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Mr James Kinyasi Millya, said the two countries had significant opportunities to deepen their partnership in areas that could accelerate economic growth and promote sustainable development.
Mr Millya made the remarks on November 9, 2026, while serving as Guest of Honour at a dinner hosted by Italy’s Ambassador to Tanzania, Mr Giuseppe Coppola, in Dar es Salaam.
The event was held in honour of a visiting Italian delegation comprising government leaders, experts and private sector representatives under the Missione di Sistema initiative.
He said Tanzania was ready to strengthen cooperation with Italy through the Mattei Plan for Africa, particularly in agriculture, health, education, energy, infrastructure and technology.
Mr Millya, who is responsible for East African Community affairs, said collaboration in these sectors would create opportunities for trade and investment while supporting economic transformation and improving the livelihoods of citizens in both countries.
He emphasised the importance of continued engagement between the two countries, particularly in identifying and exploiting investment opportunities that could deliver mutual benefits.
