Chinese scientists have developed a new oil refining method they say could slash energy use by as much as 90 percent — a breakthrough that could significantly reduce the cost and environmental footprint of turning crude oil into fuels and other products. The new technique targets crude oil at the molecular level, allowing researchers to separate and process its components more precisely than with conventional refining methods. That could mean using substantially less energy w

China is signalling plans to deepen technology cooperation with the Caribbean, offering training, equipment and knowledge-sharing as countries across the region seek to build capacity in artificial intelligence and other emerging industries. Chinese Consul-General Zhang Kaibin outlined the areas for cooperation during a reception in Curaçao marking the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Zhang said developing countries, including those in the C

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is in China for talks with Foreign Minister Wang Yi, as Beijing pushes for a ceasefire and negotiated settlement in the Middle East conflict. The talks come as the United States counts the mounting cost of the war with Iran. A U.S. Defense Department report estimates the conflict had cost US$33.4 billion by June 29, with Iranian strikes damaging or destroying hundreds of structures at U.S. bases and dozens of American aircraft. Four F-1

Fifteen officers from the Royal Grenada Police Force are in China undergoing specialised traffic management training, as security cooperation between Grenada and Beijing expands. The officers are participating in a two-week Traffic Management Course at the Hainan Province Police College, fully funded by China’s Ministry of Public Security. The programme has been tailored to Grenada’s policing needs and is expected to strengthen officers’ skills in traffic management and expos

China’s Global Development Initiative (GDI) is marking its fifth anniversary, with Beijing pointing to billions of dollars mobilised and more than 1,800 projects implemented as evidence of the initiative’s growing impact across the developing world. The GDI was proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2021 during the General Debate of the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. It was presented as a framework to place development at the centre of the internati

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have reaffirmed that China and India should view each other as partners rather than rivals as the two countries seek to strengthen bilateral relations. The two leaders met on Saturday on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where they held discussions on bilateral ties, trade, border issues and wider cooperation within BRICS and other multilateral organisations. Xi said China approaches its r

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on BRICS countries to deepen cooperation on artificial intelligence, defend multilateralism and play a stronger role in promoting global peace and reforming international governance. Addressing the first session of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on Saturday, Xi said the grouping must “stand firmly on the right side of history” as geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and challenges to the international order intensify. The Chi

Forty-three people had been confirmed dead and 519 others remained missing as of 6 p.m. Saturday after a mudslide struck Gyirong Port on the China-Nepal border in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Aug. 26, local emergency response and rescue authorities said on Sunday. A total of 261 foreign nationals from 23 countries have been identified as being among the missing, officials told a press conference attended by domestic and foreign journalists. The press conferen

Guided systematically by the GGI, the SCO has continued to exert efforts across governance in three major areas - security, economy as well as livelihood and culture - making outstanding contributions to regional stability and prosperity and the improvement of global governance. The 26th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is taking place in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. As the SCO marks its 25th anniversary, the leade

Zheng Bingkai, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Barbados, met with Daniel M. Best, President of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) on September 2. The two sides held in-depth discussions on deepening multilateral financial cooperation. Ambassador Zheng noted that the fundamental principles upheld by the CDB, such as sustainable development, are highly aligned with those of China. He stated that China stands ready to broaden cooperation with the CDB with the a

Grenada's Chinese Ambassador Yang Shu met with the new President of the Grenada Table Tennis Association Anthony Benjamin on 3 September 2026 to exchange views on deepening bilateral cooperation in table tennis. Joining the conversation was Amanda John, Secretary‑General, and other administrative representatives. Ambassador Yang noted that table tennis is China’s national sport, boasting widespread public participation and high‑level professional standards. China and Grenada

The Chinese Embassy in Georgetown has pushed back against criticism from Juan Pablo Segura, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs, over projects undertaken by Chinese companies in Guyana. Segura recently cited the Cheddi Jagan International Airport expansion while criticising the performance of Chinese state-owned companies across Latin America and the Caribbean. He said the Guyana airport project experienced more than a decade of delays and cost ov

China has urged the United States to help ease tensions and address outstanding differences as both sides prepare for a possible meeting between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the call during discussions with US Ambassador to China David Perdue, saying Beijing and Washington should place greater emphasis on cooperation while preventing disagreements from disrupting high-level exchanges. Wang said the relationship remains exposed to sever

New opportunities for young people in Trinidad and Tobago could emerge from proposed cooperation between YTEPP Limited and China in technical training, employment and entrepreneurship. The prospects were discussed during an August 20 meeting between Chinese Ambassador Ren Hongyan and a YTEPP delegation headed by Chairman Dr. Maurice Jones. Talks examined how China’s experience in technology, technical education and innovation could complement YTEPP’s efforts to prepare young

China continues to hold significant economic influence across Latin America, with its investments and trade relationships spanning infrastructure, energy, mining and technology despite growing geopolitical competition with the United States. Trade between China and Latin America has expanded dramatically over the past two decades, rising from just over US$14 billion in 2000 to more than US$500 billion in 2024. China has also overtaken the United States as South America’s larg

China and The Bahamas are looking to deepen cooperation in healthcare, with discussions focusing on the planned new hospital in New Providence and broader public health initiatives. Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Yan Jiarong met with Minister of Health and Wellness Dr. Michael Darville on August 11, along with newly appointed Minister of State Owen Wells and Permanent Secretary Brenda Colebrooke. The talks covered China-Bahamas relations and opportunities to strengthen col

Chinese authorities have deployed hundreds of emergency personnel to Gyirong County in Xizang Autonomous Region following a deadly mudslide that left people missing. The Ministry of Emergency Management said 249 firefighters and 325 engineering rescue personnel were sent to the affected area as search operations intensified. Emergency crews are being supported by specialised technology, including satellite communication systems and aerial magnetic detection equipment, to help

Rescue teams are racing to find hundreds of people still unaccounted for after powerful floodwaters devastated communities along the mountainous Nepal-China frontier. At least 95 people have been confirmed dead after a massive collapse of mud, rock and debris reportedly sent floodwaters surging through communities near Nepal and Tibet. The disaster damaged villages, roads, bridges, power facilities and communication networks, leaving emergency teams struggling to reach some o

A four-member delegation from Antigua and Barbuda is undergoing agricultural training in China aimed at improving the country’s approach to irrigation, water conservation and technology-driven farming. The programme gives participants practical exposure to techniques that could help farmers produce more while making better use of scarce water resources. Areas of study include precision irrigation, soil assessment, water monitoring and smart agricultural systems. The delegatio

Guyana and China have expanded their cooperation in public health with the opening of a new Health Promotion Centre at the Ministry of Health in Georgetown. The facility, established through the 21st Chinese Medical Team to Guyana, was officially inaugurated on August 15 and will provide health screening, testing, education and fitness services to public servants and residents in surrounding communities. The initiative was led by public health specialist Dr. Zhu Qianrang, who