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Chinese Ambassador to Dominica, Chu Maoming, on April 1 visited the site of the China-funded Goodwill Secondary School, currently under reconstruction following hurricane damage. He was joined by Minister of Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence, Octavia Alfred, along with senior ministry officials and representatives from the Chinese Embassy. During the visit, Ambassador Chu received an update on construction progress and commended t

A Barbadian national says his firsthand experiences with China’s outreach efforts have given him a deeper appreciation of the country’s governance philosophy and its global engagement. Writing in China Daily , Stefan Lorde recalled his first encounter with China’s hospital ship, the Peace Ark, which visited Barbados in 2015 offering free medical services. He described witnessing doctors treating patients continuously and being surprised that the care provided came at no cost

Chinese President Xi Jinping has reaffirmed Beijing’s deepening engagement with Latin America and the Caribbean, describing China as a trusted friend and reliable partner to the region. In remarks to the 10th Summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) in Bogotá, Xi said China will continue to support countries in protecting their sovereignty while advancing development goals. He pointed to expanding cooperation between China and CELAC members, noti

Guyana will come alive with colour, culture and world-class entertainment this month as the internationally acclaimed Acrobatic Troupe from China stages a series of performances across the country in celebration of the nation’s 60th Independence Anniversary. The troupe is set to deliver a spectacular showcase of agility, balance and artistic mastery, bringing audiences a blend of traditional Chinese performance and modern acrobatic excellence. The tour forms part of ongoing c

China's industrial sector got off to a robust start in 2026, with profits of major industrial enterprises accelerating in the first two months of the year, underpinned by the strengthening of high-tech sectors and highlighting improving business conditions amid strong policy support, official data showed on Friday. Analysts said the upbeat figures add to a broader set of indicators suggesting China's economy is gaining strong momentum at the start of the year, reinforcing exp

More than 7.33 million people in China have registered as voluntary organ donors, according to the China Organ Donation Administrative Center. The country has so far recorded more than 65,000 cases of donation after circulatory death of citizens, helping to save the lives of over 200,000 patients with organ failure and restoring sight to over 100,000 people. A memorial activity for organs donation is held in Changchun, Northeast China's Jilin province on April 3, 2025. [Photo

China says it remains in communication with the United States regarding the timing of a potential visit by U.S. President Donald Trump, stressing that the trip is not linked to the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian told reporters in Beijing that China has noted Washington’s clarification calling recent media claims “completely false.” The U.S. has repeatedly denied any connection between the visit and Middle East tensions, with Trump, Trea

As China’s annual “two sessions” wrapped last week, Beijing signaled that its economy will continue to provide stability in a turbulent global landscape. For 2026, China set a GDP growth target of 4.5–5 percent—well above the IMF’s global forecast of 3.3 percent—reflecting strong fundamentals and confidence in long-term growth. China’s massive domestic market is a key driver. Trade-in programs, consumer subsidies, and interest support helped generate 2.6 trillion yuan in sale

Beijing is accelerating efforts to help Cuba weather a severe energy crisis, offering solar power solutions after roughly 10.9 million people were left without electricity amid an ongoing US oil blockade. China’s ambassador to Cuba, Hua Xin, said on Monday that joint energy projects are underway to address the “complex power situation” in the Caribbean nation. “Latin America and the Caribbean are one big family of sovereign, independent countries, and in no way can be the bac

Another survivor of the Nanjing Massacre has passed away, leaving only 21 living witnesses of one of history’s darkest chapters. Guan Shunhua, who lived to 101, spent her final years carrying the memories of a tragedy that touched her family personally. Born in 1925, Guan and her family fled Nanjing in 1937 as Japanese troops advanced, seeking safety in Huaian. They returned a month later, only to take shelter in a refugee zone on Ninghai Road. Her uncle was killed by invadin

China’s foreign trade increased by 18.3 percent in the first two months of 2026, signaling a strong start to the year, according to data released Tuesday by the General Administration of Customs. Total trade in goods reached 7.73 trillion yuan (about US$1.12 trillion). Exports climbed 19.2 percent year-on-year to 4.62 trillion yuan, while imports rose 17.1 percent to 3.11 trillion yuan. Trade with major partners continued to grow. Commerce with the Association of Southeast As

China and Barbados have strengthened their healthcare partnership following the donation of medical equipment to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Bridgetown. The handover was carried out by the Eighth Chinese Medical Team during a ceremony attended by Chinese Ambassador Zheng Bingkai, Barbados’ Minister of Health and Wellness Lisa Cummins, hospital officials, and members of the medical team. Ambassador Zheng said the donation reflects China’s commitment to supporting Barbados’