Caption: “We are grateful for the unwavering assistance and support of the Government of the People’s Republic of China at all levels and are confident that the Jamaica-China Strategic Partnership will continue to grow from strength to strength.”- Sen. The Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade at celebratory reception for the 74th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China, AC Hotel (Oct.1)
The Minister also acknowledged China’s hand in Jamaica’s infrastructural build-out. She stated: “The steady expansion of our road network, including the highway connecting the north and south of the island, and of course, the new home of the Foreign Ministry, bear testimony to China’s ingenuity and kindness.”
The Minister also noted China’s support in the health and education sectors, through facility construction, scholarships and training. She also highlighted the socio-economic contributions of the Chinese Community in Jamaica, contributing to “our nation’s rich tapestry of cultural heritage, making us truly, “Out of Many, One People”.
