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The two Foreign Ministers had fruitful discussions on a number of bilateral issues, including cooperation in the multilateral system based on mutual interest and respect, support in South-South cooperation, advocacy for cause of developing countries, agriculture, housing and capacity building.

Minister Todd emphasized that China remains a strategic partner of Guyana since both countries share common interest and concerns on a wide spectrum of issues and the avenues of cooperation could be explored for the mutual benefits of the countries and citizens.

The two Heads met in Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan Province in southwest China.

During the meeting, President Ali, in his remarks, reiterated that Guyana firmly adheres to the one-China principle, noting that China has played an important role in the economic and social development of Guyana and the Caribbean region, not only by sharing its experience but also providing valuable assistance in developing infrastructure, connectivity, healthcare and other areas.

The Head of State and his delegation were given a guided tour of the massive 1,536 feet structure that creates a picture of 'twin dragons playing with pearls.’

President Ali and a Private Sector delegation are in China for a week, during which the Head of State will meet with the country’s President, Xi Jinping and other government officials.

After a tour of the facility, the two officials discussed a number of areas for cooperation, including the establishment of an ICT college in Guyana and sending a technical team to assess the need of the private sector here.

The Head of State and his team were given a guided tour of the six-storey building which displays Shanghai's urban planning and development.

President Ali is on a one week visit to China during which he will meet with the country’s President, Xi Jinping.

The two leaders discussed several areas of cooperation, including establishing a Shanghai investment desk in Guyana and the possibility of the South American nation hosting the first Guyana/Shanghai expo.

President Ali was accompanied by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Honorable Hugh Hilton Todd, Guyana’s Ambassador to China, Her Excellency Anyin Choo, Presidential Advisor on Investment and Business Development Anthony Whyte and a group of Private Sector representatives.

During the visit, the Head of State will meet with China’s President, Xi Jinping and other government officials.

Members of Guyana’s business community are also in China and will participate in a number of sessions with major Chinese companies

The meeting was attended by key government stakeholders along with international partners during which ongoing efforts to bring humanitarian assistance to those migrants from Venezuela in Guyana were discussed.

The meeting discussed several areas, including potential investment opportunities for financing in public-private investments, support for the local private sector and catalysing innovative opportunities for climate financing through the carbon market.

President Ali was joined by Senior Minister within the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance, the Honourable Dr Ashni Singh and Senior Director for Climate and REDD+, Ms Pradeepa Bholanath.

The topics of discussion centred on the exploration of potential investment prospects in various fields, including infrastructure, technical support, agriculture, and climate financing, among others.

Senior Minister within the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance, the Honourable Dr Ashni Singh, was also at the meeting.