Netherlands to close Harare Embassy, cites geopolitical developments

Reported by New Zimbabwe · 1 hour ago · Costa Nkomo

Netherlands has announced plans to close its embassy in Harare, citing geopolitical developments and a broader restructuring of its diplomatic network. The move comes barely two weeks after Sweden closed its Harare embassy on August 31, following the conclusion of its bilateral development…

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