https://tankie.tube/videos/watch/f0da82ca-08eb-43b9-ba80-992140e99108 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 Sierra Leonean President Julius Maada Bio 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. 00:00 - Introduction and Overview of Sierra Leone-China Relations 01:47 - 55 Years of Diplomacy: Assessing Current Bilateral Ties 03:43 - Practical Cooperation: The Fishing Hub and Market Certification 06:00 - Food Security: Learning from China’s Agricultural Modernisation 09:18 - Trade and Economy: Impact of Zero-Tariff Treatment for Africa 11:13 - A Shared Future: Interpretation of President Xi’s Vision 12:51 - International Stance: Commitment to the One-China Policy 14:02 - Global Diplomacy: Sierra Leone’s Role in the UN Security Council 16:16 - UN Reform: Amplifying the African Voice on the Global Stage 17:11 - Tackling the Vicious Cycle of Conflict and Hunger 19:07 - Regional Security: Counter-terrorism Challenges in the Sahel 21:38 - African Solutions for African Problems vs. International Support 23:36 - Vision for the Future: Leading with the Spirit of the "Lion Mountains" 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated with our latest analysis and interviews:👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgrNz-aDmcr2uuto8_DL2jg 👈 Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://www.cgtn.com/video Most watched videos: Impossible Challenge: 30 seconds to count banknotes BLINDFOLDED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmP_Ybj-jws Impossible Challenge: Gymnastics Boy Arat Hosseini from Iran! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sxX--U4c8w Impossible Challenge: How to calm babies in 5 seconds? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kR3q9sXM7WA Mon, 04 May 2026 12:01:39 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://tankie.tube https://tankie.tube/lazy-static/avatars/3ba3ff73-a8b6-49c9-add8-9653ef090c7f.webp https://tankie.tube/videos/watch/f0da82ca-08eb-43b9-ba80-992140e99108 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://tankie.tube/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.