Dar es Salaam. The minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Amb Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, on November 28 met members of the Diplomatic Corps accredited to Tanzania, marking his first engagement with envoys since the formation of the new government of the second term of the Sixth Phase.
The meeting, held in Dar es Salaam brought together ambassadors and high commissioners for a briefing on the government’s priorities and the political developments that followed the general election of October 2025.
Amb Kombo assured the diplomats of Tanzania’s commitment to sustaining close cooperation with their respective countries and the international organisations they represent.
He underscored that the government values its development partnerships and intends to deepen collaboration across political, economic, and social spheres.
Envoys in attendance conveyed their willingness to continue supporting Tanzania, noting that strong diplomatic ties remain central to shared goals in peace, stability, and development.
The minister also provided a detailed update on the events of October 29, 2025.
He noted that, despite the unrest that occurred, the government had swiftly taken steps to restore calm, safeguard lives and property, and ensure continuity of essential services and economic activities.
He informed the diplomats that President Samia Suluhu Hassan had established a Commission of Inquiry to investigate the causes of the disturbances and propose measures to strengthen institutional systems and prevent similar incidents in future.
Amb Kombo said Tanzania had endured an unprecedented and difficult period, but efforts were now focused on national healing, unity, and solidarity.
He explained that the Government would undertake a comprehensive assessment, emphasising dialogue, accountability, and institutional reforms as key components of the recovery process.
He also acknowledged statements issued by various stakeholders regarding the situation, cautioning that although many were made in good faith, some risked influencing or misrepresenting the ongoing inquiry.
The Government, he said, was urging restraint to allow the investigative process to proceed without undue interference.
On relations with the European Parliament, the minister stated that Tanzania had noted its recent resolutions.
He added that the country’s ambassador in Brussels had been instructed to continue diplomatic consultations with institutions of the European Union and other partners to strengthen cooperation and advance shared interests.
The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of Tanzania’s longstanding commitment to constructive international engagement rooted in mutual respect, peace, and development.
