Namibia and China are looking to improve the way goods move between the two countries. The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) and the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost cooperation in customs operations.

The signing marks a significant step in deepening trade and customs collaboration between the two nations.

NamRA's Commissioner Sam Shivute described the agreement as a strategic milestone rooted in mutual trust and long-standing diplomatic relations.

"Assisting traders and respective nations with an MoU of this nature and promoting cooperation and part between the two nations is key to the economic development of our country."

The partnership is aligned with the World Customs Organisation's SAFE Framework of Standards and aims to promote enforcement cooperation, knowledge exchange, and improved customs systems.

Namibia and China have enjoyed strong diplomatic ties since Namibia's independence, with China emerging as the country's second-largest trading partner.

In the 2024/2025 financial year, Namibia exported to China N$67.4 billion worth of goods, while imports stood at N$12.6 billion.

Vice Minister Wang Lingjun hailed the agreement as a practical step toward enhancing technical cooperation and fostering economic growth.

"I'm very happy to see the relationship between China and Namibia is coming to a new era led by the leaders of our two countries."