Caribbean

The Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Dominica on Thursday, 20 November 2025, brought together nearly 40 Dominican professionals for a China Aid Training Alumni Reunion, celebrating years of cooperation and capacity-building between the two countries. Chinese Ambassador H.E. Chu Maoming joined senior Dominican government officials, including Mrs. Diamond Dailey, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Mr. Ryan Anselm, Permanent Secretary in the

The Chinese community in Suriname commemorated the 145th anniversary of Kong Ngie Tong Sang on November 15 with a warm and festive gathering honoring the organization’s longstanding contributions to national and community life. President Jennifer Simons highlighted the association’s historic role in Suriname’s nation-building, noting that Kong Ngie Tong Sang has been an integral part of the country’s multicultural fabric for generations. China’s ambassador also delivered rema

Barbados and China have expressed a commitment to deepening practical cooperation in tourism and air transport. Chinese Ambassador to Barbados Zheng Bingkai made a courtesy call on Ian Gooding-Edghill, Minister of Tourism and International Transport in Barbados on November 18,2025.   In an in-depth exchange, th e two officials,  accompanied by Counselor Mr. Lei Hao, expressed willingness to working alongside each other to  promote the implementation of more tourism facilitati

The Department of Environment of Antigua and Barbuda and the Ministry of Ecology and Environment of China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which will provide Antigua with 1,500 solar-powered street lights and 200 residential photovoltaic and energy storage system units. This initiative is aimed at improving public safety, visibility in communities and reducing fossil fuel consumption and electricity costs. Authorities say, the agreement promotes energy independ

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