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Zimbabwe and the United States established diplomatic relations on 18 April 1980, the day Zimbabwe attained its independence.  This relationship has evolved significantly since then.

In pursuit of its key policies of being a friend to all and an enemy to none and being open for business, Zimbabwe seeks to deepen bilateral relations with the United States through cooperation across all areas of interaction. The goal is to strengthen bilateral relations in ways that turn diplomatic ties into tangible economic outcomes.  Sustained economic growth, characterized by job creation, and inclusive prosperity require deeper cooperation in trade, investment, technology transfer, finance, people-to-people exchanges, and overall strategic partnerships.

Through various reforms, some of which have been completed and others which are ongoing, the Government of Zimbabwe is creating an attractive environment for investment and ease of doing business in the country.  Opportunities for investment are awash in the country’s diverse economic sectors that include agriculture, mining, energy, manufacturing, tourism and infrastructure.

As Zimbabwe advances toward Vision 2030, which seeks to achieve an upper-middle-income society by 2030, the National Development Strategy (NDS) 2: 2026-2030 provides a structured framework for mutually beneficial cooperation in Zimbabwe’s economic development.  Zimbabwe views the United States as one of its important development partners.

Bilateral trade between Zimbabwe and the USA has grown significantly in recent years.  Overall volumes remain modest and concentrate on a narrow range of products.  This situation creates room for improvement and expansion of Zimbabwe-US commercial relations.  The Embassy of the Republic of Zimbabwe’s policy is to expand bilateral trade by leveraging on Zimbabwe’s agro-based economy, diverse critical mineral resources and growing manufacturing potential.

The Government of Zimbabwe regards its diaspora in the US and elsewhere as a strategic partner in implementing the national development agenda.  The Embassy will engage the Zimbabwean diaspora in the United States to promote the achievement of the national development goals.  The Embassy will, equally, implement its consular mandate towards Zimbabwean nationals in the US and other countries of accreditation.

The Embassy of the Republic of Zimbabwe to the USA is laser-focused on deepening cooperation between Zimbabwe and the USA.  I invite all stakeholders to partner us in unlocking the full potential of the Zimbabwe – United States bilateral relationship. We are at your disposal for this purpose.

Thank you.

David Douglas Hamadziripi
AMBASSADOR