Shanghai Mayor Gong Zheng met with Mozambique's President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi, along with his delegation on Sept 1 in Shanghai.

Gong highlighted Shanghai's role as a key bridge in Sino-Mozambican relations, noting the friendship city relationship established in 1999 between Shanghai and Maputo, Mozambique's capital. Gong expressed hopes for deepened cooperation in trade and investment, warmly inviting Mozambican companies to continue participating in the China International Import Expo. He also sought Mozambique's support for Shanghai enterprises investing in the country, particularly in agriculture, mining, and energy, and emphasized the potential for collaboration in port development and maritime services, leveraging Mozambique's modern port in Maputo.

Nyusi described Shanghai as a modern, welcoming, and vibrant city, and noted its historical significance as the birthplace of the Communist Party of China. He chose Shanghai as the first stop on his visit to China, hoping to foster greater understanding of Mozambique among the Chinese people, encourage friendly exchanges, and explore new avenues for investment and cooperation to promote mutual development.