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Jamaica Reels from Hurricane as U.S. and China Clash

12/6/2025

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Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica in late October, causing over 45 deaths and $9 billion in damage.
On December 4, the Chinese hospital ship Silk Road Ark arrived in Montego Bay to offer medical support, welcomed by Jamaican Health Minister Christopher Tufton.
The United States pledged over $22 million in aid.
Tensions rose as the United States conducts a Caribbean operation aimed at Venezuela, while China seeks regional influence.

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Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica in late October, causing over 45 deaths and $9 billion in damage.
On December 4, the Chinese hospital ship Silk Road Ark arrived in Montego Bay to offer medical support, welcomed by Jamaican Health Minister Christopher Tufton.
The United States pledged over $22 million in aid.
Tensions rose as the United States conducts a Caribbean operation aimed at Venezuela, while China seeks regional influence.