Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized mutual development priorities during high-level talks with nine Caribbean nations this week, signaling deeper cooperation under Beijing's Global South initiatives. The meeting brought together foreign ministers and representatives from Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago.
The discussions focused on economic collaboration, climate resilience strategies, and expanded cultural exchanges. Wang, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, highlighted China's commitment to 'equal partnerships that respect development needs' while addressing shared challenges like sustainable infrastructure and disaster prevention.
Analysts note the timing coincides with increased Chinese engagement in regional organizations, building on existing Belt and Road Initiative partnerships with six of the attending nations. The meeting also marked 20 years of diplomatic relations between China and Dominica, with collaboration agreements signed in education and renewable energy sectors.
