Chinese President Xi Jinping extended congratulations to Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Wednesday following his reelection as president of Guyana, underscoring Beijing's commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. In a formal message, Xi emphasized China's willingness to deepen cooperation with the South American nation under the Belt and Road Initiative framework, particularly in energy, infrastructure, and sustainable development.
The diplomatic gesture highlights China's growing engagement with Caribbean and Latin American partners. Guyana, home to one of the world's fastest-growing economies due to recent oil discoveries, has seen increased Chinese investment in recent years. Analysts suggest this exchange signals potential collaboration in green energy transition and technology sharing.
Xi's message reaffirmed China's support for Guyana's 'national development agenda' and commitment to multilateralism. The two nations established diplomatic relations in 1972 and have since collaborated on agricultural projects and public health initiatives.
