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September 14, 2024 in DevelopmentGovernmentTourism

The 4th China-Caribbean Economic and Trade Forum Ministerial Meeting Successfully Held in Boao, Hainan Province

From September 12 to 14, the 4th China-Caribbean Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum Ministerial Conference was held in Boao, Hainan Province, co-hosted by the Ministry of Commerce and Hainan Provincial People’s Government. Wang Shouwen, International Trade Negotiator and Vice Minister of the Ministry of Commerce, presided over the meeting and made a speech.

Wang Shouwen said that the high frequency of head-of-state diplomacy between China and Caribbean countries has pointed out the direction for further deepening economic and trade relations between China and Caribbean countries in the new era. The two sides have increasingly become important economic and trade partners of each other, and the results of cooperation have benefited the people of China and Canada. The recently held Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China made systematic plans to further deepen reform in all respects and promote Chinese modernization. It will improve the institutional mechanisms for opening up and unswervingly promote high-standard opening up, which will bring more opportunities to Caribbean countries and other global partners.

Wang Shouwen pointed out that the Ministry of Commerce will earnestly implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two sides, and is willing to work with the Caribbean countries to further enhance the level of trade and investment facilitation through negotiation and signing of trade and investment agreements and establishing working groups. Encourage enterprises from both sides to deepen cooperation in industrial chain and supply chain opening, and constantly explore cooperation in green, blue, digital and other emerging fields; In the framework of development cooperation, support for livelihood projects in the Caribbean will be increased and human resources cooperation will be consolidated. China will continue to support Caribbean countries in seeking prosperity and development and enhancing the well-being of their people.

Representatives of the Governments of 11 Caribbean countries, including Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Bahamas, Cuba, Dominica, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago, attended and made statements. Representatives of the secretariat of the Caribbean Community and representatives of interested Governments attended as observers.

Participating Caribbean countries said that the China-Caribbean Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum is an important platform and bond for mutually beneficial and friendly cooperation, and promotes in-depth cooperation in trade, investment and assistance among all parties. We are willing to give full play to the forum mechanism, consolidate the foundation of China-Canada practical cooperation, explore more emerging areas of cooperation, and promote common development.

After the meeting, all parties jointly issued the Joint Statement of the Fourth China-Caribbean Forum for Economic and Trade Cooperation Ministerial Meeting.

During the meeting, Wang Shouwen held talks with Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Cuba, Dominica, Representatives of the Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago and representatives of the Caribbean Community Secretariat held bilateral meetings to exchange in-depth views on bilateral and multilateral economic and trade issues of mutual interest. Following the meeting, bilateral cooperation documents were signed with representatives of Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Barbados, Cuba and Guyana.

In addition, the Conference organized 11 dialogues between Caribbean Ministers of Economy and Trade and Chinese Enterprises, and more than 60 Chinese enterprises participated in the docking, creating an exchange platform for the two sides to explore cooperation opportunities and solve practical problems encountered by enterprises in cooperation.

source : https://www.mofcom.gov.cn/syxwfb/art/2024/art_5b506e6a113f40c28b44423dcaa3cc22.html

September 8, 2024 in TourismUncategorized

Life at the Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology

Stepping into the unknown can be quite nerve-wracking, however, it provides a great opportunity for exploration and learning!

In November of 2022, I embarked on a new journey with the end goal being a degree in Environmental and Ecological Engineering from the Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology. The journey thus far has come with many wonderful experiences, opportunities, and challenges. Here’s a peek into what I’ve been up to at NUIST.

Anyone who knows me knows that I like to dabble in writing, so it only made sense that I’d manage to sniff out the associated organization on campus within weeks of arrival. i-NET! i-NET’s duty is to keep the student body up-dated, however, it doesn’t stop there. The members go further to entertain and make every article or post a memorable and enjoyable one! I was overjoyed to be able to share my love for writing and poetry with the group along with discussing prospects of hosting a poetry slam along with the usual essay competitions. It was a joy and honour to serve as an author and reviewer along with this dedicated bunch!

NUIST 53rd Sports Meet; Track & Field

In November of 2023, NUIST hosted its 53rd Track and Field meet on campus grounds. A dedicated team of 4o international students represented the College of International students under the guidance of three of their peers. Namely, a Vincentian, Bah Bashiri Zeberi John, a Samoan, David-The shepherd Tausili, and a Grenadian, Chanda K. Stafford. The three displayed with great fervor why island nations are often referred to as small but mighty! The representatives from the College of International Education attained 6th place and 5th place respectively in the men’s and women’s category among all the colleges at the institution.

NUIST Model United Nations

UNFCCC – COP28

In May of 20224 NUIST hosted its second annual Model United Nations Forum, where students from different faculties gathered as representatives of various countries world wide. The proceedings sought to encourage professional debate, critical thinking and problem solving as participants were tasked with representing the interests of their assigned country or organization. The discussions were centered around furthering the development of the green economy in practical and scientific ways while pledging to acknowledge climate justice. It was a pleasure representing Cuba and by extensions other island states within the Caribbean as I added ardently to the discussions. Furthermore, I was thrilled to be among the participants selected for a special award based on contributions to the proceedings.

Recently, I was appointed as the Vice President of CIE’s New Media Centre for the academic year of 2024 – 2025. I look forward to continuing to share my imaginativeness with the department as we aspire to keep the international student body well-informed while providing much-needed support to the departments within the faculty!

Although the past academic year proved particularly challenging due to an injury sustained in the first semester, I am pleased to say that it did not clip my wings. Instead in provided an opportunity for growth and development.

I can’t wait to see everything the new academic year has to offer!


“Life is the ultimate storybook, and you are the author. Write boldly, for your narrative is uniquely yours to tell.”

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