The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) is poised to sign an agreement with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Hunan Sub-Council in the coming days. This agreement aims to establish a Friendly Co-operation Relationship, focusing on enhancing exchanges and co-operation in the areas of economy, technology, culture, and investment.

The forthcoming agreement is a result of the GCCI’s participation in a seminar at the Academy for International Business Officials (AIBO) in Changping District, Beijing, China. A delegation from the GCCI, including its President, Kester Hutson; Senior Vice President, Kathy Smith; Treasurer, Brian Edwards; Councillor, Delmar Walcott; and Trade and Investment Consultant, Jessica Campbell, is attending the two-week seminar.

The seminar, designed to support the business communities of Latin American and Caribbean countries, features a range of informational sessions. These sessions are aimed at enhancing export capacities, increasing international business capabilities, and fostering integration into the global value chain. Additionally, the seminar offers insights into China’s path to modernisation, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the country’s economic strategies.

The initiative also seeks to build a community with a shared future for China and Latin America. It promotes project matching and technical co-operation between business associations from Latin American and Caribbean countries and Chinese industries and enterprises.
With the signing of this agreement, the GCCI aims to strengthen its ties with Chinese partners, facilitating greater collaboration across multiple sectors and fostering mutual growth and development.