Antigua and Barbuda’s Foreign Minister Calls for Enhanced Caribbean-Latin America-China Cooperation at 4th China-CELAC Forum

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4th China-CELAC Forum in Beijing (Photo credit CELAC)

By Shermain Bique-Charles
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Foreign Minister E.P. Chet Greene of Antigua and Barbuda has called for closer ties between the Caribbean, Latin America, and China during the 4th China-CELAC Forum in Beijing. 

Emphasizing the historic relations between these regions, he highlighted the mutual benefits gained and urged solidarity in response to increasing global tensions. 

Minister Greene warned that unchecked tensions could have severe impacts on the Global South, surpassing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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He expressed support for the Beijing Declaration 2025 and the China-CELAC Joint Action Plan for Cooperation (2025-2027), which aim to enhance trade and collaboration in areas like education, climate resilience, and technology.

He stressed the importance of multilateral coordination among CELAC member states on critical issues such as climate change, pandemic preparedness, and food security to achieve significant results for their populations.

The Antigua and Barbuda delegation included several key officials, showcasing a commitment to these discussions.

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Shermain Bique-Charles

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Comments (2)

  • Unruly One May 14, 2025, 8:06 AM

    It would only be wise for us to do, given the likely challenges that we will certainly face due to the US Government actions on the world economy
    Reply
  • Juju Bee May 14, 2025, 5:56 PM

    Time we support each other because the way the Us moving you just never know
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