CLEAN : Zambia opposition leader pleads not guilty to treason

The transcript expresses solidarity with the UP&D party, emphasizing the importance of global interdependence. It criticizes recent events in Zambia as retrogressive, highlighting issues such as the banning of political newspapers, political violence, and the imposition of a state of emergency. The speaker finds these actions unacceptable and a reversal of Zambia's progressive gains.

What does the speaker emphasize about the relationship between countries?

• Countries are interconnected and should support each other.

• Countries should remain isolated.

• Countries should focus solely on their own issues.

• Countries should compete with each other.

How does the speaker describe the recent events in Zambia?

• As a sign of progress.

• As a neutral development.

• As an improvement in political stability.

• As retrogressive and a reversal of progress.

What does the speaker find regrettable about Zambia's current situation?

• The rise in economic growth.

• The reversal of progressive gains.

• The improvement in education.

• The increase in tourism.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an issue in Zambia?

• Increase in foreign investments.

• Imposition of a state of emergency.

• Incarceration of opposition members.

• Banning of political newspapers.

What is the speaker's stance on the judgment of African leaders and visitors in Zambia?

• It is acceptable.

• It is unacceptable.

• It is a necessary measure.

• It is a minor issue.