News Releases
China... A Valued Partner of Jamaica... PM Golding
February 16, 2009
Prime Minister Bruce Golding, says that China has long been valued friend and important partner of Jamaica and this partnership is especially important to the island at this time, when the country is experiencing the impact of the global economic crisis.
The Prime Minister said that both countries were currently engaged in discussions towards further co-operation and assistance through projects, to be financed under a special loan facility of 4 billion Yen. Discussions he said, are also being held with a number of Chinese entrepreneurs in relation to various major investment projects and a number of Memoranda of Understanding are to be signed shortly.
Montego Bay Convention Centre Strategic Addition to Tourism Product, Says PM
February 15, 2009
Prime Minister, the Hon. Bruce Golding, has said that the Montego Bay Convention Centre, being constructed at Rose Hall, St James, will be a strategic addition to Jamaica's tourism product and infrastructure.
"For Jamaica it is a significant development. For tourism stakeholders; a dream come true," Mr. Golding told a groundbreaking ceremony held at the site this morning(Sat, Feb 14), at which visiting Vice President of China, His Excellency Xi Jinping, who was on a 3-day official visit to Jamaica, was special guest.
Chinese VP Receives Key to the City of Montego Bay
February 15, 2009
Vice President of the People's Republic of China, His Excellency Xi Jinping, was presented with the Key to the City of Montego Bay, at an official dinner hosted by the Mayor of the city, His Worship, Councillor Charles Sinclair Jnr., at the Ritz Carlton Hotel on Friday(Feb 13).
The Vice President, who was in Montego Bay on an official visit, arrived in the city on Friday and held discussions with the Mayor and a team of Councillors from the St. James Parish Council on several issues of economic and cultural importance, in the afternoon.
Chinese VP in Montego Bay for Civic Centre Groundbreaking, Today
February 14, 2009
Vice President of the People's Republic of China, His Excellency Xi Jinping, arrived at the Sangster International Airport last night (Feb 13) for a visit to Montego Bay.
The Vice President, accompanied by his official party, was met by Minister of Transport and Works, The Hon. Mike Henry, Minister of Water and Housing, Dr. The Hon. Horace Chang, Minister of Tourism, The Hon. Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Energy, The Hon.Clive Mullings, Mayor of Montego Bay, His Worship, Councilor Charles Sinclair, and representatives of the tourism fraternity.
Confucius Institute Opens at the UWI
February 13, 2009
A Confucius Institute, the first of its kind in the English-speaking Caribbean, was officially launched at the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, today (February 13).
A plaque was also presented to Vice President of the People's Republic of China, His Excellency Xi Jinping, who is in the island on a four-day official visit.
China Extends Over $10 Billion in Aid to Jamaica
February 13, 2009
The Governments of Jamaica and the People's Republic of China yesterday Thursday (Feb. 12) signed agreements to facilitate expansion of technical and economic cooperation, which will assist Jamaica to the tune of approximately US$118 million (J$10 billion).
Prime Minister Bruce Golding and Vice President of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, headed teams of officials from both countries, who participated in the signing ceremony at Jamaica House, formalizing the framework for the support which Jamaica will receive from China.
President of the Senate Welcomes Chinese Vice President
February 13, 2009
President of the Senate, Dr. Oswald Harding, has expressed appreciation for the technical and cultural co-operation, and the various bilateral agreements between Jamaica and China.
"I [would] like to see the growth and development of cultural exchanges between our peoples," Dr Harding said at today's(Feb 12) meeting with Vice President of the People's Republic of China, His Excellency Xi Jinping, at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, New Kingston.
Gov't Moving to Secure Greater Share of Chinese Travel MarketFebruary 13, 2009
The government of Jamaica is moving to secure a greater share of the fast growing Chinese travel market, with estimates are that as many as 90 million Chinese could be traveling abroad annually over the next couple of years.
"Although last year, we had only a little over 1,000 Chinese visitors to Jamaica, this year, we are looking at improvements in this area," said Tourism Minister, Edmund Bartlett.
Prime Minister's Remarks at Dinner in Honour of Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping - Feb 12, 2009February 12, 2009
Mr. Vice President, you have honoured us greatly by your visit.
We welcome you most sincerely and, as you have come from the cold winter of China, we hope that you will enjoy not only the bright Caribbean sunshine but also the warmth of our Jamaican hospitality.
Chinese VP Arrives on Official VisitFebruary 12, 2009
Vice President of the People's Republic of China, His Excellency Xi Jinping, and an entourage including Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Li Jinzhang, and the President of the China Development Bank(CDB), Jiang Chaoliang, landed at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston, last night (Feb. 11), for an official visit to Jamaica.
His Exellency and the delegation were met by Prime Minister the Hon. Bruce Golding and Cabinet Ministers, including Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Dr. Kenneth Baugh, as well as the Chinese Ambassador to Jamaica, His Excellency Chen Jinghua
Governments of Jamaica and China to Sign Bilateral AgreementsFebruary 11, 2009
The Governments of Jamaica and China are expected to sign a number of agreements covering the areas of agriculture, finance, education and infrastructural development, with the visit of the Vice President of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping.
The Chinese Vice President is expected to arrive in the island tomorrow evening at the start of a four day official visit from Feb 11-14, 2009. He will arrive at the Norman Manley International Airport and will be met by Prime Minister Bruce Golding and other Government Officials, as well as members of the Chinese business community.
Jamaica Hosting Travel Trade Partners from ChinaFebruary 11, 2009
Jamaica will be hosting the first ever Chinese familiarisation trip from February 9 to 15, planned for travel trade partners, media and representatives from the business network, to be exposed to the diversity of Jamaica's offerings in accommodation and attractions.
The group, comprising 17 members, will be here on the invitation extended by Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, to the Chinese travel trade, during the Beijing Olympics.
Bilateral Relations to be Strengthened - Chinese AmbassadorFebruary 9, 2009
Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Jamaica, His Excellency Chen Jinghua, has said that bilateral relations would be strengthened, through dialogue and the signing of agreements, when Vice-President Xi Jinping and his delegation arrive in the island on February 11, for a four-day visit.
Ambassador Chen told JIS News that, "the general purpose is to strengthen bilateral relations, by having meetings with leaders of this country, through discussions, for deeper mutual understanding, and to explore ways and means and the possibility of adopting more mutually beneficial co-operative projects in various fields."
Confucius Institute Will Herald New Dimension of Cooperation Between China and JamaicaFebruary 9, 2009
Chinese Ambassador to Jamaica, Chen Jinghua has said that the opening of a Confucius Institute in Jamaica on Friday (Feb.13), will herald a new dimension of meaningful exchanges and cooperation between the country and the People's Republic of China.
He stated that the Institute could be developed into a kind of platform on which many bilateral activities can be conducted.
Jamaica-China Relations to Deepen with Visit of Vice PresidentFebruary 7, 2009
Jamaica-China relations are expected to deepen with the arrival in the island of Vice President of the People's Republic of China, His Excellency Xi Jinping and his delegation on Wednesday (Feb. 11), for an official four-day visit.
Among the highlights of Mr. Xi's visit are discussions with Prime Minister, Bruce Golding on bilateral and multilateral issues, as well as on international political developments. In addition, agreements are expected to be reached in the areas of education, agriculture, infrastructural development and finance.
Cabinet Approves Programme and Budget for Visit of China's Vice PresidentFebruary 5, 2009
Cabinet has approved the programme and budget associated with the official visit to Jamaica of Vice President of the People's Republic of China, His Excellency, Xi Jinping, who will be in the island from February 11 to February 14.
This is at the behest of Prime Minister, Bruce Golding, said Minister of Information, Culture, Youth and Sports, Olivia Grange at the weekly post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House, this morning (Feb. 4).
H.E. Xi Jinping, Vice-President of the People's Republic of China Visits 11th to 14th February 2009February 2, 2009
Vice-President of the People's Republic of China, H.E. Xi Jinping, will pay an official visit to the island from 11th to the 14th February, 2009.
The Vice-President will meet with the Governor General, His Excellency, the Most Honourable Professor Sir Kenneth Hall, Prime Minister Hon. Bruce Golding, The Leader of the Opposition, the Most Honourable Portia Simpson Miller, the President of the Senate, Senator Dr. the Honourable Oswald Harding, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Honourable Delroy Chuck.
