Her Excellency Jiang Wei, China’s newly appointed ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda, officially assumed her role after presenting her credentials in St John’s and engaging in discussions with senior government officials on Monday. In her inaugural address, Ambassador Jiang emphasized the robust bilateral relationship between the two nations, stating, “Antigua and Barbuda is a valued friend and partner of China in the Caribbean region. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations, our ties have flourished, driven by the unwavering commitment of our leaders.” China has emerged as a pivotal development partner for Antigua and Barbuda, significantly bolstering the country’s socio-economic progress through infrastructure development, technical expertise, and grant-funded initiatives. Ambassador Jiang expressed her eagerness to further enhance the enduring and mutually beneficial partnership between the two countries.