Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Dominica's President Sylvanie Burton in Beijing on Tuesday, marking a significant diplomatic engagement during the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women. The meeting underscored China's commitment to strengthening relations with Caribbean nations while advancing global gender equality initiatives.
"China values its friendship with Dominica and stands ready to deepen practical cooperation across various fields," President Xi stated during the talks at the Great Hall of the People. The discussions focused on economic collaboration, climate change mitigation, and cultural exchanges between the two nations.
Burton's visit coincides with the 20th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and the Commonwealth of Dominica. Analysts note the timing highlights Beijing's growing engagement with Caribbean states through development partnerships and multilateral forums.
The Global Leaders' Meeting on Women, hosted by China this week, has brought together representatives from 145 countries and regions to address gender equality in sustainable development. President Burton's participation reinforces Dominica's active role in international social policy discussions.
