MONROVIA, November 12, 2026 — China has announced a zero-tariff policy covering Liberia and 52 other African countries, a move aimed at expanding trade opportunities and improving access to the Chinese market for exporters from developing nations.
Chinese Ambassador to Liberia Yin Chengwu disclosed the policy during a media briefing at the Chinese Embassy in Monrovia on Wednesday, November 11.
According to Ambassador Yin, China has extended zero-tariff treatment to 63 countries, including 53 African nations maintaining diplomatic relations with Beijing.
The policy allows eligible products from beneficiary countries to enter the Chinese market without applicable import duties, potentially reducing export costs and improving trade competitiveness.
Ambassador Yin said the initiative forms part of China’s broader commitment to opening its market to developing countries and creating greater economic opportunities for nations in the Global South.
The Embassy also highlighted major Chinese trade exhibitions, including the China International Import Expo (CIIE) and the Canton Fair, as platforms for African businesses to establish commercial partnerships with Chinese buyers.
According to the Embassy, the recently concluded ninth CIIE attracted more than 4,100 overseas enterprises from 162 countries, regions and international organizations.
It disclosed that free exhibition space for least developed countries increased by 17 percent, while additional opportunities were created for African exporters through business matchmaking events.
The Embassy said a special matchmaking event for Asian and African food and agricultural products was organized to connect exporters with potential Chinese buyers.
China remains a major trading partner of Liberia, with bilateral cooperation covering infrastructure, trade, healthcare and development assistance.
The Embassy also referenced Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung’s recent visit to China, where he led a Liberian delegation to the opening ceremony of the ninth CIIE.
It described the visit as an opportunity to strengthen economic cooperation and expand trade relations between the two countries.
Meanwhile, the Chinese Embassy encouraged Liberian businesses to take advantage of the zero-tariff arrangement and participate in international trade exhibitions to explore opportunities in the Chinese market.
China reaffirmed its commitment to expanding market access and strengthening economic cooperation with developing countries.
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