Sudan, China ink memorandum to develop seaports: What to know
The deal comes as Sudan seeks to revive its maritime sector and revitalize its Red Sea ports.
Sudan and China signed a memorandum of understanding on Monday to develop Sudanese ports as part of Khartoum’s efforts to modernize its maritime transport sector. The agreement comes as Beijing expands its role in East Africa.
What happened: The Sudanese Sea Ports Corporation’s director general, Gilani Mohamed Gilani, signed the memorandum with state-owned China Harbour Engineering Company during a visit to Beijing on Monday, said Sudan’s state news agency, SUNA.
The signing ceremony was held under the auspices of Sudan’s ambassador to China, Omar Issa.
In a statement carried by SUNA, Gilani said the memorandum aims to develop port infrastructure through strategic projects, including the rehabilitation and modernization of mechanical and handling equipment and the construction of new seaports.
