In a celebratory meeting on Monday, Chinese Premier Li Qiang welcomed Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit of the Commonwealth of Dominica to Beijing. The two leaders marked the 20th anniversary of diplomatic ties between their nations, emphasizing mutual respect and equality over the past two decades.
\"Our relationship has been like a solid friendship between two mates 👫,\" Li Qiang remarked, highlighting the substantial progress and fruitful cooperation achieved. He added that their partnership sets a fantastic example of how countries, regardless of size, can achieve mutual benefits.
Looking ahead, China is keen to level up its collaboration with Dominica. Premier Li expressed readiness to strengthen political trust and push bilateral cooperation to new heights 🚀. This includes working together under the Belt and Road Initiative to boost infrastructure, agriculture, and trade.
He also pointed out exciting opportunities in new energy, digital, and blue economies 🌊💻, aiming to help Dominica enhance its disaster prevention and mitigation capabilities. \"Let's share more development opportunities and grow together,\" Li encouraged.
On the flip side, PM Skerrit echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the deep friendship and close cooperation between Dominica and China 🤗. He expressed his country's enthusiasm to ramp up communication, increase personnel exchanges, and tackle climate change side by side 🌍🔥.
Skerrit also mentioned the goal of building a Dominica-China community with a shared future, strengthening the bond that's been forged over the past 20 years.
After the talks, the two leaders witnessed the signing of several bilateral cooperation documents 📄✍️. These agreements cover areas like agriculture, green development, infrastructure, and the implementation of the Global Development Initiative.
China also extended a warm welcome to Dominica and other Caribbean countries to participate in the upcoming fourth China-Caribbean Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum. \"Let's open broader prospects for economic and trade cooperation!\" Li Qiang exclaimed.
This meeting not only celebrates a milestone but also sets the stage for an even brighter future between China and Dominica. Here's to many more years of friendship and collaboration! 🥂
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
