Zambia: Copper to Be Paid in Yuan From Next Year, Says BoZ

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: October 16, 2026Country: Zambia

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Zambia: Copper to Be Paid in Yuan From Next Year, Says BoZ

The headline says payments for Zambian copper will be made in yuan starting next year. The announcement is attributed to the Bank of Zambia (BoZ). The provided text gives no further details about the arrangements or reasons for the change.

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