President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has commended Iceland for its strong commitment to enhancing relations with Malawi. Speaking at Kamuzu Palace during a state banquet in honor of the visiting Icelandic Prime Minister, Dr. Chakwera expressed gratitude for Iceland’s significant development aid contributions.
He noted that Iceland provides more development assistance to Malawi than to any other nation it supports, highlighting this as a testament to the robust relationship between the two countries. Dr. Chakwera emphasized that Iceland’s collaboration with Malawi has reached grassroots levels, fostering social and economic development in various sectors.
Reflecting on the 35 years of cooperation, Dr. Chakwera remarked that the partnership has fortified ties and generated numerous collaborative opportunities benefiting both nations.
Iceland’s Prime Minister, Bjarni Benediktsson, also spoke at the event, underscoring his country’s respect and appreciation for its cordial relationship with Malawi. He mentioned that over 100 Icelandic citizens, out of a population of 400,000, reside in Malawi. Benediktsson pledged continued support, announcing that Nkhotakota District has been added to Iceland’s development agenda.
