Government has approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tajikistan aimed at strengthening cooperation in geological studies.
Speaking during yesterday’ Post Cabinet Briefing, Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Zhemu Soda, announced that cabinet has considered and endorsed the agreement designed to enhance scientific and technical collaboration between Zimbabwe and Tajikistan.
“Cabinet approved the Memorandum of Understanding between the Republic of Zimbabwe and the Republic of Tajikistan on cooperation in the field of geological studies.
The MoU seeks to expand and deepen scientific and industrial ties by creating a favourable framework for cooperation and development of scientific and technical partnerships,” Minister Soda said.
He explained that the agreement would promote knowledge-sharing, innovation, and capacity development in geological research and mapping.
“The Parties will cooperate through the exchange of ideas, information, experiences, and technologies, as well as the exchange of scientists and specialists,” Minister Soda said.
He added that the MoU also provides for joint professional development initiatives.
“The cooperation framework includes conducting joint workshops, scientific conferences, and meetings, alongside preparations and capacity building of specialists,” he said.
Minister Soda noted that the partnership would further extend to collaborative research activities.
“The Memorandum of Understanding provides for joint research projects, which will enhance our geological knowledge base and technical expertise,” he said.
In addition, the agreement emphasises practical exploration work and technological advancement.
“The Parties will conduct geological prospecting works and utilise modern technologies for the development of geological maps,” Minister Soda said.
He stressed that the MoU remains flexible to accommodate evolving areas of cooperation.
“The agreement allows for other mutually agreed forms of scientific and technological cooperation,” he said.
The approval of the MoU comes as Zimbabwe continues to prioritise the modernisation of its mining and geological sectors, which are regarded as key pillars of economic growth and investment attraction.
