On September 29, 2026, the Chinese Embassy in Antigua and Barbuda hosted a reception to celebrate the 77th Anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Charge d’Affaires Zhang Peng, H. E. Sir Rodney Williams, Governor General of Antigua and Barbuda and Lady Williams, Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. Gaston Browne, Hon. Jamale Pringle, Leader of the Opposite, Senators and Members of Parliament, the Diplomatic Corps, as well as representatives from the Chinese enterprises and communities in Antigua and Barbuda, and friends from all sectors of society of Antigua and Barbuda attended the event.

Zhang reviewed the tremendous achievements made since the founding of the People’s Republic of China—particularly the high-quality development since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. He stated that, guided by Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy, China will further enhance communication and exchanges with all sectors of Antigua and Barbuda society and deepen mutually beneficial cooperation across all fields, jointly writing a new chapter of China-Antigua and Barbuda cooperation featuring equality and win-win cooperation.

Sir Rodney Williams extended congratulations to President Xi Jinping and the Chinese people on behalf of Antigua and Barbuda, Lady Williams and himself. He said diplomatic ties, established on January 1, 1983, had produced benefits in areas including infrastructure, education, health, culture and skills development. He also stressed the importance of multilateralism and international law to small states and expressed hope that the relationship would continue to strengthen, providing further opportunities for knowledge sharing and sustainable development.

Prime Minister Browne credited China with supporting major infrastructure projects, including the country’s airport, seaport and cricket stadium, alongside assistance in education, healthcare and other sectors. He stated that Antigua and Barbuda will continue to deepen its cooperation with China to elevate bilateral relations to a new level. 

The reception was held in a warm and friendly atmosphere, featuring a screening of the promotional video “Harmony Between Humanity and the Ocean,” produced for China’s bid for BBNJ secretariat. Guests warmly congratulated China on the 77th anniversary of its founding and joined in wishing for the prosperity and well-being of both China and Antigua and Barbuda, as well as the enduring friendship between the two nations.