President Dr. Emmerson Mnangagwa is scheduled to meet with Zimbabwe’s ambassadors stationed across the globe at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) this Monday, November 2, 2026. This crucial engagement follows a strategic planning workshop convened by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, which outlined the nation’s diplomatic strategy.
The strategy is firmly guided by Zimbabwe’s Foreign Policy, which is built upon six key pillars. These include the principle of being a friend to all and an enemy to none, the ‘Zimbabwe is Open for Business’ mantra, and ‘Chimurenga Chepfungwa’. President Mnangagwa has challenged these diplomats to intensify the country’s engagement and re-engagement drive by placing national development and economic transformation at the forefront of their work.
Zimbabwe has seen significant progress in its diplomatic efforts, with renewed relations with several countries and new ties established under the Second Republic. Notable developments include the European Union’s removal of sanctions, increased trade and engagement under the Arrears Clearance and Debt Resolution process, and Zimbabwe’s election to serve on the United Nations Security Council for the 2027–2028 term. The President emphasized that embassies should serve as strategic and competitive platforms for promoting the country’s economic interests, rather than merely centers of diplomatic representation.
Key Players Involved
- President Emmerson Mnangagwa: Leading the diplomatic engagement to drive national development and economic transformation.
- Zimbabwean Ambassadors and Chargés d’affaires: Tasked with implementing the country’s diplomatic strategy globally.
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade: Responsible for convening strategic planning workshops and guiding foreign policy.
Event Timeline
- Monday, November 2, 2026: President Mnangagwa meets with Zimbabwean ambassadors at HICC.
