Wednesday, July 23, 2008, St. George’s: Chinese special envoy Zhao Zhenyu on Wednesday paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Hon. Tillman Thomas.
The Chinese delegation offered congratulations to Prime Minister Thomas upon assumption of office following general elections on July 8th 2008. Mr. Zhenyu said China was committed to strengthening relations with Grenada and recommitted Beijing’s cooperation in various areas, including health, Housing and education among others.
Prime Minister thanked China for its support to Grenada in the past and its continued assistance. He re-affirmed his new administration’s adherence to the one-china policy.
Prime Minister Thomas wished China success on the hosting of the 2008 Olympic Games, now less than two weeks away.
The Chinese Special Envoy also paid a courtesy call on Foreign Affairs Minister Hon. Peter David..