A momentous shipment worth approximately TT$1 million in Angostura orange bitters, aromatic bitters, and premium rums is being sealed today, marking Angostura’s third major delivery to China. This significant milestone is part of a distribution agreement with Caribbean Commercial Management (Hangzhou) Company Ltd, signed in July 2024. The container’s seal is a symbol of expanding global reach for both the company and the country.
Key points to note regarding this historic shipment include:
- The Minister of Trade and Industry, Paula Gopee-Scoon, played a vital role in sealing the container and expressed the importance of showcasing craftsmanship, quality, and heritage on the international stage.
- This shipment contributes to a total of TT$3 million worth of Angostura products that have entered the Chinese market under the agreement thus far.
- The strategic move by Angostura aims to strengthen trade relations and establish its bitters and rums as essential ingredients in China’s cocktail industry.
- The involvement of the Ministry demonstrates ongoing support and commitment to facilitating export growth for local manufacturers.
- In addition to Minister Gopee-Scoon, Yang Han from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China highlighted the successful entry of Trinidad and Tobago’s high-quality products into the Chinese market, emphasizing the importance of trade cooperation on the occasion of their diplomatic ties’ 50th anniversary.
Furthermore, sealing the container were prominent figures such as Her Excellency Analisa Low, Ambassador of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to China, Charles Xiang Cheng, Founder of FCMC, Terrence Bharath, Chairman of Angostura Holdings Ltd., and Rahim Mohammed, Executive Manager of Business Efficiency and Shared Services at Angostura Ltd.
With Angostura’s pioneering efforts to penetrate the Chinese market and the collaborative support from various stakeholders, the shipment represents a significant milestone in the company’s journey. The ongoing dedication to promoting Trinidad and Tobago’s craftsmanship and enhancing trade relations underscores the importance of such global initiatives.
In conclusion, the sealing of this container not only marks a successful shipment but also symbolizes the unity and collaboration between institutions from Trinidad and Tobago and China in fostering international trade partnerships. This milestone sets the stage for future endeavors that will continue to showcase the spirit and quality of Trinidad and Tobago’s products on the global stage.
