President Samia hosts US diplomat amid Tanzania ties review

Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Monday, December 8, hosted the United States actingAmbassadorAndrew Lentz at the State House in Dodoma for a high-stakes meetingon the back ofstrained bilateral ties.In a statement released after the meeting, the presidential communications unit reported that the two leaders mainly discussed ‘strategic projects’ that the US government was undertaking in the country.The multi-billion-dollar projects involve natural minerals development.However, the tension between Tanzanian authorities and a section of Western countries, including the US, made the face-to-face encounter surprising as it seemed unlikely.Follow The Standard
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on WhatsApp“Ambassador Lentz, accompanied by Counselor for Political and Economic Affairs, underscored Washington’s determination to reset the relationship and deepen economic, political, and security collaboration between the two countries,” said Shaaban Kissu, the Deputy Director of Presidential Communications.Also on the agenda was political stability amid growing anti-governmentsentimentsfollowing the disputed October 29 polls,wherePresident Suluhu managed an easy victory, garnering 97 per cent of the vote.Protests have also been planned on Independence Day, December 9, triggering government advisories for Tanzanians to stay at home amid fears of unrest.“Beyond the investment portfolio, the meeting also touched on broader areas of cooperation, including political stability, regional security, economic reforms, private sector growth, health-sector partnerships and people-to-people exchanges,” Kissu said.On Thursday last week, the US government announced a review of its bilateral ties with Tanzania over rights abuses.The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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In a statement released after the meeting, the presidential communications unit reported that the two leaders mainly discussed ‘strategic projects’ that the US government was undertaking in the country.The multi-billion-dollar projects involve natural minerals development.However, the tension between Tanzanian authorities and a section of Western countries, including the US, made the face-to-face encounter surprising as it seemed unlikely.Follow The Standard
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on WhatsApp“Ambassador Lentz, accompanied by Counselor for Political and Economic Affairs, underscored Washington’s determination to reset the relationship and deepen economic, political, and security collaboration between the two countries,” said Shaaban Kissu, the Deputy Director of Presidential Communications.Also on the agenda was political stability amid growing anti-governmentsentimentsfollowing the disputed October 29 polls,wherePresident Suluhu managed an easy victory, garnering 97 per cent of the vote.Protests have also been planned on Independence Day, December 9, triggering government advisories for Tanzanians to stay at home amid fears of unrest.“Beyond the investment portfolio, the meeting also touched on broader areas of cooperation, including political stability, regional security, economic reforms, private sector growth, health-sector partnerships and people-to-people exchanges,” Kissu said.On Thursday last week, the US government announced a review of its bilateral ties with Tanzania over rights abuses.The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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The multi-billion-dollar projects involve natural minerals development.However, the tension between Tanzanian authorities and a section of Western countries, including the US, made the face-to-face encounter surprising as it seemed unlikely.Follow The Standard
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on WhatsApp“Ambassador Lentz, accompanied by Counselor for Political and Economic Affairs, underscored Washington’s determination to reset the relationship and deepen economic, political, and security collaboration between the two countries,” said Shaaban Kissu, the Deputy Director of Presidential Communications.Also on the agenda was political stability amid growing anti-governmentsentimentsfollowing the disputed October 29 polls,wherePresident Suluhu managed an easy victory, garnering 97 per cent of the vote.Protests have also been planned on Independence Day, December 9, triggering government advisories for Tanzanians to stay at home amid fears of unrest.“Beyond the investment portfolio, the meeting also touched on broader areas of cooperation, including political stability, regional security, economic reforms, private sector growth, health-sector partnerships and people-to-people exchanges,” Kissu said.On Thursday last week, the US government announced a review of its bilateral ties with Tanzania over rights abuses.The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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However, the tension between Tanzanian authorities and a section of Western countries, including the US, made the face-to-face encounter surprising as it seemed unlikely.Follow The Standard
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on WhatsApp“Ambassador Lentz, accompanied by Counselor for Political and Economic Affairs, underscored Washington’s determination to reset the relationship and deepen economic, political, and security collaboration between the two countries,” said Shaaban Kissu, the Deputy Director of Presidential Communications.Also on the agenda was political stability amid growing anti-governmentsentimentsfollowing the disputed October 29 polls,wherePresident Suluhu managed an easy victory, garnering 97 per cent of the vote.Protests have also been planned on Independence Day, December 9, triggering government advisories for Tanzanians to stay at home amid fears of unrest.“Beyond the investment portfolio, the meeting also touched on broader areas of cooperation, including political stability, regional security, economic reforms, private sector growth, health-sector partnerships and people-to-people exchanges,” Kissu said.On Thursday last week, the US government announced a review of its bilateral ties with Tanzania over rights abuses.The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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“Ambassador Lentz, accompanied by Counselor for Political and Economic Affairs, underscored Washington’s determination to reset the relationship and deepen economic, political, and security collaboration between the two countries,” said Shaaban Kissu, the Deputy Director of Presidential Communications.Also on the agenda was political stability amid growing anti-governmentsentimentsfollowing the disputed October 29 polls,wherePresident Suluhu managed an easy victory, garnering 97 per cent of the vote.Protests have also been planned on Independence Day, December 9, triggering government advisories for Tanzanians to stay at home amid fears of unrest.“Beyond the investment portfolio, the meeting also touched on broader areas of cooperation, including political stability, regional security, economic reforms, private sector growth, health-sector partnerships and people-to-people exchanges,” Kissu said.On Thursday last week, the US government announced a review of its bilateral ties with Tanzania over rights abuses.The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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Also on the agenda was political stability amid growing anti-governmentsentimentsfollowing the disputed October 29 polls,wherePresident Suluhu managed an easy victory, garnering 97 per cent of the vote.Protests have also been planned on Independence Day, December 9, triggering government advisories for Tanzanians to stay at home amid fears of unrest.“Beyond the investment portfolio, the meeting also touched on broader areas of cooperation, including political stability, regional security, economic reforms, private sector growth, health-sector partnerships and people-to-people exchanges,” Kissu said.On Thursday last week, the US government announced a review of its bilateral ties with Tanzania over rights abuses.The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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Protests have also been planned on Independence Day, December 9, triggering government advisories for Tanzanians to stay at home amid fears of unrest.“Beyond the investment portfolio, the meeting also touched on broader areas of cooperation, including political stability, regional security, economic reforms, private sector growth, health-sector partnerships and people-to-people exchanges,” Kissu said.On Thursday last week, the US government announced a review of its bilateral ties with Tanzania over rights abuses.The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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“Beyond the investment portfolio, the meeting also touched on broader areas of cooperation, including political stability, regional security, economic reforms, private sector growth, health-sector partnerships and people-to-people exchanges,” Kissu said.On Thursday last week, the US government announced a review of its bilateral ties with Tanzania over rights abuses.The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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On Thursday last week, the US government announced a review of its bilateral ties with Tanzania over rights abuses.The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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The President Donald Trump administration raised concerns over repression of religious freedom and free speech and lamented the hurdles to US investments, such as the ensuing violence.Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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Earlier, President Suluhu warned foreign actors against meddling in Tanzania's affairs, a point she reiterated during today’s engagement.“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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“As a non-aligned country, Tanzania is open, ready, and committed to working with all partners who respect our sovereignty and share our vision for prosperity,” she remarked.Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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Tanzanians have expressed mixed reactions to the meeting, with some questioning the President's sudden change of tone towards the international community, while others hailed the strengthening of ties with major partners like the US.“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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“Let's wait and see ifTrump will dance on the graves of those young men and women who were killed for refusing to vote in a leader they deem not fit to hold office by allowing corrupt dealings being proposed by Samia’s administration,” remarked Shaha Msuko.A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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A tweep named Ambassador Tagare wrote: “Protests will still go on.”Stay informed. Subscribe to our newsletterBy clicking on theSIGN UPbutton, you agree to ourTerms & Conditionsand thePrivacy PolicySIGN UP“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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“Congratulations, our beloved President,” said another.Stay Informed, Stay Empowered: Download the Standard ePaper App!In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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on WhatsApp

In contrast to the two-pagestatement from theState House, the US Embassy in Tanzania released only a single-line statement online confirming the meeting.Follow The Standard
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on WhatsApp

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