In a significant move to bolster disaster recovery efforts, China has pledged additional aid to The Bahamas following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. The Chinese government has approved approximately $84,665 through the China-Caribbean Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Fund, underscoring its commitment to supporting the Caribbean nation in times of crisis. This latest contribution comes in response to a diplomatic note from the Bahamian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which detailed the extensive damage inflicted by the hurricane. Chinese Ambassador Yan Jiarong highlighted China’s ongoing support, recalling her visit to a restoration village in Grand Bahama last November, where she delivered aid following Hurricane Milton. She emphasized that the lingering effects of Hurricane Dorian, which struck five years ago, are still palpable. Over the past three years, China has donated $140,000 to The Bahamas through the same fund, along with emergency supplies and over $600,000 in cash and material aid post-Dorian. Beyond financial assistance, China has organized workshops and seminars for Bahamian professionals to enhance disaster response and climate adaptation capabilities. The Chinese government expressed its deep understanding of the unique vulnerabilities faced by small island states like The Bahamas in the era of climate change. Reiterating its commitment to global climate governance, China emphasized the importance of translating climate commitments into action and fostering international cooperation. The statement concluded with a reaffirmation of China’s unwavering support for The Bahamas, encapsulated in the proverb, ‘A friend in need is a friend indeed.’