LUSAKA -- Chinese automaker Camco Motors on Friday unveiled a range of new vehicle brands in Zambia at its newly opened showroom in the capital, Lusaka.

Speaking at the event, Zambian Minister of Transport Frank Tayali said the company's entry reflects continued Chinese investment and deeper economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.

Tayali noted the company's heavy-duty trucks, light commercial vehicles, sport utility vehicles and new energy vehicles will help support sectors such as mining, transportation, engineering, construction and agricultural product distribution.

"We have seen that consumers are looking for quality, affordability and durability," said Li Tie, chairman of Camco Group, adding that the company, a Camco Group subsidiary with dual headquarters in Shanghai and Lusaka, aims to provide more affordable and high-quality vehicles to the local market.