President Mwinyi has expressed Tanzania’s appreciation for British assistance to the country’s economic recovery programme, particularly in the agricultural and transport sectors. The President conveyed the message to the Governor of the Bank of England, Sir Robin Leigh-Pemberton who visited Tanzania recently.

The discussions centred on a number of issues including the on-going project to rehabilitate British made vehicles and tractors in Tanzania as well as monetary issues.

The Bank of Tanzania which had invited Sir Robin, maintains cordial relations with the Bank of England which has provided training for a number of Tanzanian bankers. The Bank of Tanzania has recently opened an account with the Bank of England in accordance with the requirements of the Paris Club – Daily News.