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Editor's Note: Since May 1, 2026, China has rolled out zero-tariff treatment for all 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic ties. This move highlights joint efforts to build an all-weather China–Africa community with a shared future in the new era. What defines a truly dependable international partnership? How can infrastructure and cooperation drive food security and long-term growth? In this episode of Leaders Talk, CMG's Xu Dezhi sits down with President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone for an in-depth and wide-ranging conversation. They explore the long-standing relationship between China and Sierra Leone, discuss the impact of zero-tariff policies and expanded market access, and examine how infrastructure development supports agriculture and national resilience. The conversation also looks into multilateralism, Africa's role on the global stage, and collective efforts to address terrorism and food insecurity.

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