In a landmark event on September 27, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries, and the Blue Economy of Antigua and Barbuda welcomed a high-level delegation from Hainan Province, China, for a significant donation ceremony. The delegation, led by Vice Governor Mr. Zou Guang, officially handed over twelve motorized farm vehicles to support local agricultural efforts. The gesture underscores the growing bilateral ties between the two nations. The ceremony was attended by Hon. Anthony Smith Jr., Minister of Agriculture, who expressed profound gratitude for the donation, emphasizing its potential to enhance farming efficiency, particularly in rural areas. The event also featured discussions on agricultural development, with Permanent Secretary Walter Christopher highlighting the need for water conservation and Director Gregory Bailey stressing the importance of strengthening local staples like sweet potato and the Antigua Black Pineapple. Senior Research Officer Maudvere Bradford introduced the upcoming Water-Saving Irrigation Program, set to launch in October 2025, aimed at improving irrigation practices and resource management. The ceremony concluded with the symbolic exchange of certificates and a framed portrait of the donated vehicles, marking a new chapter in agricultural cooperation between Antigua and Barbuda and China.
Antigua and Barbuda Strengthens Agricultural Ties with Hainan Delegation Donation
