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The Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries and the Blue Economy of Antigua and Barbuda hosted a significant handing-over ceremony on September 27, 2025, where a high-level delegation from the People’s Government of Hainan Province, People’s Republic of China, officially donated twelve (12) motorized farm vehicles to support local farming mobilization efforts.
The delegation, led by Vice Governor Mr. Zou Guang, included senior officials such as Mr. Sun Shanfang, Deputy Secretary-General of the People’s Government of Hainan Province; Mr. Ma Yuhong, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Hainan Province; Mr. Mo Zhengqun, Vice Mayor of Danzhou City; Ms. Zhu Wenting, Division Rank Official of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Hainan Province; and Ms. Yan Jiena, Senior Staff Member of the Foreign Affairs Office of Hainan Province.
They were accompanied by the Chinese Ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda.
On behalf of the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, the ceremony was attended by Hon. Anthony Smith Jr., Minister of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries and the Blue Economy; Permanent Secretary Mr. Walter Christopher; Principal Assistant Secretary Mrs. Denise Matthias-Thomas; Director of Agriculture Mr. Gregory Bailey; and Senior Research Officer Ms. Maudvere Bradford.
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Minister Smith Jr. warmly thanked the Government of Hainan and the Chinese Ambassador for their generosity, stressing that the vehicles will play an important role in boosting farming efficiency and access, particularly in rural areas.
He noted that such contributions reflect the deepening of bilateral ties between the two nations.
The ceremony also featured meaningful discussions on agricultural development. Permanent Secretary Christopher underscored the urgent need for water conservation initiatives, while Director Bailey highlighted the importance of strengthening local staples such as sweet potato and the world-famous Antigua Black Pineapple.
Senior Research Officer Bradford presented details of the upcoming Water-Saving Irrigation Program, set to run from October 16 to November 3, 2025, which aims to introduce more efficient irrigation practices to safeguard resources and improve yields.
The event concluded with the symbolic handover of certificates and a framed portrait of the farm vehicles, marking both the donation and a new chapter of agricultural cooperation.
This partnership stands as a testament to the enduring friendship between Antigua and Barbuda and the People’s Republic of China, while charting a sustainable future for local farmers.
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Gwaaan Anthony Smith, jumping the good ship UPP has hopefully benefited the constituents of All Saints West by this generous Chinese donation of these 12 motorised farm vehicles.
Hopefully you haven’t abandoned or forgotten about them, and you can donate at least one or two 🚜 🚜 of these most welcomed vehicles to hardworking farmers in All Saints.
It won’t heal the wounds of your desertion from them, but it’s a start.
IT’S THE LEAST YOU CAN DO 👍🏾
When people join the ABLP their talent come to light. If this man was to remain with the loosing UPP he will never have reach his potential. Look how is making so much stride as an independent aligned with the ABLP.
ABLP brings out the best in people. Thanks to the foresight of our esteemed leader, The Honorable Gaston Alphonse (Gassy Dread) (Farmer Browne) Browne. What a man.
The ALP is really feeling tge heat brought on by Harold Lovell that they are trying their best to push Anthony “Babyface Judas” Smith in the media as much as possible.
If he sneezes they want to promote him in the media.
Sorry for him…
The people do not want ant traitor.
Harold Lovell is the man.
So push as much as they may he is on his way out of parliament.
He will not miss anything.
He can survive on his six.million whike the people who voted him in office remain hungry.
Down with the traitor and up with the captain
Bwoi mi forget bout Gaston Browne’s ‘Farmer Browne’ business venture – Thanks for the reminder @ Less We Forget (the irreligious one 👎🏾). Cheers!
Well, we can now reduce the donation from 12 to 11 then…😉
Has Gaston washed your feet yet? 🤣🤣🤣
Looking forward to seeing how this collaboration helps local farmers especially with new technologies and crop management practices.
Blessed Love In a continued journey for IMMUNE SYSTEM SUPPORT these transports can be utilized with efficient energy and purpose. .Minister Smith.. WOMEN can certainly benefit the SHARED USE>> especially when we need help in moving harvest and loads. Its hard to be available to MEN for transport favors…THINK
Blessed Love
ps..OLDER farmers are in need..ALSO to SHARE ..Give Thanks To China considerations