Mozambican President Daniel Francisco Chapo advocated for the transformation of Tete province from a region focused on natural resource exploitation to a platform for production, industrialization, job creation, and added value. He made this statement while opening the Tete International Investment Conference 2026. Chapo believes Tete province possesses the necessary conditions to achieve this shift. The President's vision centers on moving beyond simply extracting resources from Tete and instead fostering a robust local economy. This involves promoting industrial processing and creating employment opportunities within the province. The goal is to maximize the benefit Mozambique receives from its natural wealth, specifically within Tete. This initiative seeks to build a sustainable and diversified economy in the region.