During the annual shake and greet ceremony for diplomats President Lungu disclosed that government will hold a first ever Economic Diplomacy Forum this year in Lusaka.
The Head of State said that Zambia enjoys good relations with the diplomatic community and would continue to strengthen the ties.
President Lungu assured the diplomats that Zambia would continue to guard against abuse of donor funds and also stick to stick democratic tenets.
He also expressed confidence that SADC member states scheduled to hold elections this year will do so in an equally peaceful manner to ensure political stability in the region.
He commended Zambia for upholding peace and unity as well as promoting good governance in the southern African development community and the global community.