China and Grenada Strengthen Inter-Party Exchanges Amid Resumed Diplomatic Relations

Strategic Insights -

As part of efforts to strengthen diplomatic relations, Ambassador Yang Shu of China paid a courtesy visit to Pierre, Leader of the Opposition in the Grenada Parliament and political leader of the New National Party on October 14, 2025. The visit marked a significant step forward in inter-party exchanges between the Communist Party of China and the New National Party. Ambassador Yang acknowledged the New National Party's adherence to the one-China principle, which was pivotal to the resumption of diplomatic relations 20 years ago. The visit aimed to explore avenues for further cooperation and the development of relations between the two countries.

Key Takeaways:

  • China and Grenada have maintained a 20-year history of diplomatic relations after the New National Party resumed ties with China when it came to power two decades ago.
  • Ambassador Yang Shu expressed China's willingness to strengthen inter-party exchanges and cooperation with the New National Party to promote the continuous development of relations between the two countries and two parties.
  • The Communist Party of China has consistently maintained friendly exchanges with the New National Party, exemplified by Ambassador Yang's visit, aimed at exploring further avenues for cooperation.
  • Pi, the Leader of the Opposition, welcomed Ambassador Yang, emphasized the development of Georgia-China relations, and thanked China for its assistance to Georgia.
  • The New National Party reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the one-China principle and its desire to further strengthen exchanges with the Communist Party of China.

Statistics:

  • 20 years: The duration since the New National Party resumed diplomatic relations with China, facilitated by the party's adherence to the one-China principle.
  • Since 2005: The year the New National Party resumed diplomatic relations with China, with the Communist Party of China maintaining consistent friendly exchanges.
  • Over the past 20 years, China has provided substantial assistance to Georgia.

Sources:

> News Release by the Government of the People's Republic of China. The People's Republic of China Government. October 14, 2025