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China and Jamaica Strengthen Strategic Partnership

Strategic Insights

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Chinese Ambassador to Jamaica Chen Daojiang met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of Jamaica Johnson-Smith on October 18, 2022, to discuss various topics, including the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Jamaica. The two sides exchanged views on global development initiatives and cooperation on various development issues.

Key Takeaways:

  • China and Jamaica are celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, with plans for a series of celebration activities, including the China (Shandong)-Jamaica Investment Promotion Conference and the reception to celebrate the 50th anniversary.
  • Over 100 countries and international organizations have supported China's Global Development Initiative proposed by President Xi Jinping, with more than 60 countries joining the "Group of Friends of the Global Development Initiative".
  • The initiative focuses on development issues such as poverty reduction, food security, addressing climate change, digitalization, and connectivity, which are of general concern to developing countries like Jamaica.
  • Jamaica has expressed its willingness to work with China on relevant cooperation matters under the initiative, especially in areas such as food security, economy and trade, and green development.
  • Ambassador Chen presented an English version of the fourth volume of "Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" to Foreign Minister Johnson-Smith during the meeting.

Statistics:

  • 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China marked the comprehensive summarization of China's reform and development achievements and made scientific plans for the next five years or even longer.
  • Over 60 countries have joined the "Group of Friends of the Global Development Initiative" since its proposal by President Xi Jinping.
  • More than 100 countries and international organizations have supported the Global Development Initiative.
  • The initiative focuses on 7 major initiatives to be taken to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Sources:

  • October 18, 2022: Chinese Embassy in Jamaica (Exact quote)
  • "Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" (Exact mention)

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