President Daniel Chapo stated in Xining that Mozambique could benefit from cooperation with Chinese companies in the areas of flood control, road infrastructure rehabilitation, and energy capacity expansion, following visits to industrial facilities and technology centers in that region.
During his trip to Qinghai Province, the head of state visited the Qinghai Clean Energy and Green Computing Power Dispatching Center, as well as industrial facilities related to the construction and production of renewable energy, including plants dedicated to solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. The visits allowed the president to familiarize himself with the technological and management models adopted, with a focus on integrating environmental sustainability and economic value creation.
Speaking on the sidelines of the visits, Daniel Chapo highlighted water management as one of the country’s main structural challenges, particularly given the recurrence of extreme weather events that affect critical infrastructure. “In Mozambique, we also face the challenge of water management. We have recently experienced floods that destroyed roads, particularly our National Highway Number 1 (N1),” he stated.
The President also mentioned the need to move forward with infrastructure projects, highlighting the importance of building the Mapai Dam in Gaza Province as a key solution to mitigate the impact of flooding. He said that the technical capabilities demonstrated by Chinese companies could contribute to conducting studies and implementing appropriate infrastructure. “We believe the company has the capacity to conduct a water control study and build dams in the right locations,” he added.
Regarding road infrastructure, the head of state again emphasized the vulnerability of the N1, the country’s main transportation artery, particularly during the rainy season. According to him, heavy rains—especially between January and March—combined with Mozambique’s geographical location, continue to cause recurring damage to the road, even after rehabilitation efforts. “It is one of our major concerns, and we believe these companies can help us build this road properly,” he stated.
The President also highlighted the integrated energy development model observed in Qinghai, which combines energy production with sustainable practices and social inclusion. As he explained, one of the most significant aspects is the direct participation of local communities in the energy sector through the acquisition of stakes in small hydropower plants, which subsequently sell energy to large companies.
“What impressed us most was the fact that they combined environmental protection with energy production. What could have been seen as a challenge was transformed into an asset,” he said, adding that this model generates income for local populations, contributing to the revitalization of local economies.
On that occasion, Daniel Chapo reiterated Mozambique’s intention to replicate similar initiatives, with a view to strengthening diversified and sustainable energy production. “We will bring this experience to Mozambique and continue working to build more power plants, solar and wind farms,” he said.
