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Two Guyanese patients living with severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) are now receiving life-saving support after the 21st Chinese Medical Team to Guyana donated two home non-invasive ventilators on Wednesday. The devices were provided through the CNOOC Guyana Limited–China Medical Team Assistance Fund, aimed at helping vulnerable patients facing financial hardship. Both beneficiaries were medically advised to use Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) ventilators but we

As global climate negotiations intensify at the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) now underway in Belém, Brazil, Barbados’ Ambassador to China, Hallam Henry, has hailed China’s progress in green transformation and its leadership in global energy transition. In an interview with China News Network, Ambassador Henry said China’s determined shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy stands as “a powerful example of what sustained investment and innovation ca

In late October 2025, the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China reviewed and approved the 15th Five-Year Plan, establishing the overarching design and strategic blueprint for China’s development over the next five years (2026-2031). This represents another comprehensive mobilization and deployment to steadily advance the Chinese modernization. Over the next five years, the major objectives for China’s economic and social developm

The highly anticipated China/Guyana Joe Vieira Friendship Park, a US$12 million development set to become a landmark space for sports, leisure, and family recreation along the West Bank of Demerara, is now 83% complete. The project remains on schedule, according to an update from the Ministry of Public Works. Funded through a grant from the Government of China, the park is a major step in Guyana’s national push to expand modern recreational spaces and improve community infras

Chinese Ambassador to Dominica, Chu Maoming, hosted a press briefing recently with major Dominican media organizations, providing insight into China’s future development direction and its continued support for Dominica’s growth. Representatives from GIS, DBS, Kairi FM, The Chronicle, Nature Isle News, and EMONEWS were among those in attendance. Ambassador Chu highlighted China’s significant progress during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, noting achievements in areas such as e

China International Construction Company (CICC) Assembly Limited has officially launched a series of modular cabin homes in Jamaica, positioning them as a flexible and cost-effective alternative to traditional housing. The company, which has operated in Jamaica since 2019, introduced four prefabricated cabin models at its Ferry Pen site in Kingston. The units, spanning 260 to 400 square feet, are priced between $7.8 million and $9 million JMD and are aimed at buyers seeking a

China has voiced strong opposition to the use of force by the United States in the Caribbean, calling for adherence to established international legal frameworks. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks during a press briefing on Tuesday, amid reports of rising tensions involving Venezuela and US military operations in the region. The comments follow media reports that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is seeking military support from Russia, China, and Iran

Members of Jamaica’s Chinese community have stepped forward to assist residents affected by Hurricane Melissa, organizing relief efforts to help those in some of the hardest-hit areas of St Elizabeth. Videos shared on Instagram by Neil Yap Sam show volunteers gathered at the Chinese Benevolent Association (CBA)headquarters in Kingston, assembling care packages destined for communities struggling in the wake of the storm. Tables lined with essential goods — including rice, can

The University of the West Indies (UWI), St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad through the Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business, recently hosted a Diplomatic Dialogue that explored the evolving relationship between China and the Caribbean and the prospects for deeper cooperation in trade, investment, and sustainable development. The event brought together prominent academics, policy experts, and business leaders from both regions, creating a vibrant platform for discussion on s

China hopes that the United States will cease actions that undermine the peace and stability of the Caribbean region, and conduct normal law enforcement and judicial cooperation within bilateral and multilateral legal frameworks, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Tuesday. Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun made the remarks at a regular press briefing while commenting on a joint statement issued by 10 former leaders from Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states expressing

Barbadian students with a passion for Mandarin and Chinese culture have been recognised for their achievements through the Chinese Ambassador Scholarships, presented during a ceremony at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Confucius Institute, Cave Hill Campus. The annual awards, funded by the Chinese Embassy in Barbados, celebrate students from primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions who have excelled in Mandarin language studies. Each recipient received a scholars

Government officials, diplomats, business leaders, and experts from China and more than 20 Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries gathered Monday in Zhengzhou for the 18th China-LAC Business Summit, aiming to expand economic cooperation and innovation-driven growth. At the summit’s opening, participants launched the “Zhengzhou Initiative on China-LAC Business Cooperation,” a framework outlining five priority areas: trade expansion, industrial upgrading, connectivity bui