Located in the northeastern Windward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean, Dominica is a small island nation with a population of less than 100,000 people. Traditionally dependent on agriculture, Dominica has been steadily growing its tourism sector, promoting itself as an \"ecotourism\" destination. The country's efforts to rebuild took a significant hit in September 2017 when Hurricane Maria devastated Dominica's agricultural sector and damaged its transportation and physical infrastructure.
In the aftermath of the hurricane, China stepped in to support Dominica's economic recovery, playing a crucial role in revitalizing the nation's infrastructure. Building on this partnership, Dominica's Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit recently concluded an official visit to China from March 23 to 29. During this visit, Skerrit met with CMG's Wang Guan to discuss enhancing cooperation within the Belt and Road Initiative, particularly focusing on agriculture and healthcare sectors.
Prime Minister Skerrit commended China for its assistance in helping Dominica and the broader Caribbean region address the pressing challenges of climate change, describing it as a \"real existential threat.\" He highlighted the importance of building resilience through renewable energy initiatives, emphasizing that \"China is a true friend to Dominica.\" Skerrit also praised Chinese President Xi Jinping's vision and initiatives, which have been instrumental in supporting Dominica's sustainable development goals.
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