ZANZIBAR, March 5 -- THE government has strengthened international cooperation and increased Tanzanias contribution to regional and global initiatives on environmental protection and climate change.

Minister of State in the Vice-Presidents Office, responsible for Union Affairs and Environment, Hamad Yussuf Masauni, made the remarks while addressing journalists in Unguja, Zanzibar, on Tuesday, during the commemoration of Africa Environment Day, which is observed annually on March 3.

He said that through the strong international engagement of the President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the country has secured key leadership opportunities at the regional level. These include hosting the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit – Mission 300, held ...