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25-06-2025
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Global Times Overseas China Week and Global South Dialogue open in Argentina, paves fast track for pragmatic cooperation
BEIJING, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global Times Overseas China Week and Global South Dialogue: Seminar on Relations between China and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) countries and the Mutual Perception of Public Opinion" were held in Buenos Aires, capital of Argentina on Monday local time. Representatives from political, business, academic, think tanks and media circles of China and Argentina gathered to engage in in-depth exchanges on deepening mutual understanding, strengthening the public support foundation, and promoting mutual learning among civilizations between China and LAC countries. The Overseas China Week and Global South Dialogue series is an exchange platform for implementing Chinese President Xi Jinping's cultural thought and promoting dialogue among media and think tanks from Global South countries. This time, holding the event in Latin America is a proactive effort to practice the Global Civilization Initiative and promote the construction of a China-LAC community with a shared future. The diversity of civilizations is the natural state of the world. As key members of the Global South, China and LAC countries share broad common interests and vast cooperation potential across numerous fields. At the Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum held in May this year, President Xi profoundly stated that "facts have shown that China and LAC countries are advancing hand in hand as a community with a shared future." He emphasized that China stands ready to join hands with LAC partners to launch five programs of solidarity, development, civilization, peace and people-to-people connectivity, charting the course for building a China-LAC community with a shared future in the new era. Fan Zhengwei, President and Editor-in-Chief of the Global Times, delivered a welcome address at the seminar. He noted that both Chinese and Latin American civilizations are uniquely distinctive, sharing similar experiences in modern history and both belonging to the Global South, which fosters a natural affinity for mutual respect and equal dialogue. Today, China and Latin America have entered a "fast track" of multi-channel and multi-level exchanges and cooperation in the humanistic sphere. The Global Times is committed to serving as a messenger for civilizational dialogue and mutual learning. This collaboration, which includes conducting a survey on mutual perception of public opinion between China and Latin America and hosting the seminar, is a practical effort to build a bridge for scholars, media, and societal figures from both regions to enhance exchanges and dialogue, provide intellectual support for advancing China-Latin America cooperation, and contribute to the future development of Global South countries, Fan said. He also expressed hope for candid and profound exchanges with more think tanks, media, and individuals from various sectors to promote pragmatic cooperation and jointly advance the construction of a China-LAC community with a shared future. Wang Wei, China's Ambassador to Argentina, stated in his keynote speech at the event that since the turn of the century, and particularly in the past decade or so, China and Latin America have not only written inspiring chapters of shared destiny, but also reaped abundant fruits from pragmatic cooperation. Mutual respect and trust align with public aspirations, with people on both sides increasingly viewing each other as good friends and partners who treat each other with respect and equality. Mutually beneficial cooperation resonates with public opinion, and the consensus on advancing together and achieving mutual success has become widely shared among Chinese and Latin American public. Solidarity and collaboration meet public expectations, as the peoples of both regions jointly uphold world peace, stability and the multilateral trading system, with a growing willingness to push for reforms in global governance, Wang said. The ambassador noted that openness and inclusivity reflect public sentiments, with the China-LatAm civilization dialogue having been successfully held seven times. China has provided 17,000 government scholarships and 10,000 training opportunities in China for Latin American participants, significantly enhancing people-to-people connectivity. The survey results released this time further highlight the genuine friendship between the peoples of China and Latin America across mountains and seas, sowing seeds of enduring friendship, Wang said. Pablo Vommaro, Secretary General elect of the Latin American Council of Social Sciences (CLACSO), said that the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) can bring new opportunities for cooperation, deepen connections, and promote exchanges based on mutual learning. Jorge Taiana, General Director of Centro Internacional de Estudios Políticos (CIEP), Universidad Nacional de San Martín, and Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship, said that the ties between China and Latin America and the Caribbean are not limited to the present but are built on a rich history of decades of cooperation and mutual understanding. This relationship continues to strengthen, laying the foundation for promoting common development. During the seminar, more than 10 participants, including Daniel Filmus, Director of the Ibero-American Center for Research in Science, Technology, and Innovation (CIICTI), Former Argentine Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Patricio Conejero Ortiz, Director of the Latin America-China Observatory (OLAC) at University of Buenos Aires, Alejandra Conconi, Executive Director of the Argentine-Chinese Chamber of Production, Industry and Commerce, and Néstor Restivo, founder and journalistic director of DangDai Magazine, engaged in in-depth discussions on the survey on mutual perception of public opinion. The discussions focused on three key topics: mutual perceptions and public sentiment between China and Latin America, diverse drivers of positive China-Latin America relations, and the role of media in shaping mutual perceptions. The seminar, which was co-organized by the Global Times, CLACSO, and the Center for Chinese and Latin American Studies (CECLA), aimed to use media exchanges and think tank cooperation as a starting point to foster consensus through candid communication, continuously enhance people-to-people ties between China and Latin America, and cultivate strong public support for building a China-LAC community with a shared future. During the event, the Global Times Institute also signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Ibero-American Center for Research in Science, Technology and Innovation. View original content: SOURCE Global Times
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15-05-2025
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Global Times: China-LAC mutually beneficial, win-win cooperation highly recognized among Chinese respondents: GT survey
05/15/2025, Beijing, China // KISS PR Brand Story PressWire // The year 2025 marks the tenth anniversary of the launch of the China-Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) Forum. Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend and deliver a speech at the opening ceremony of the fourth ministerial meeting of the China-CELAC Forum in Beijing on May 13. Over the past decade, through joint efforts, the construction of a China-LAC community with a shared future has continuously achieved new results, and China-LAC relations have entered a new era characterized by equality, mutual benefit, innovation, openness, and more benefits for the people. To enhance mutual understanding between China and LAC countries and to strengthen and promote cultural exchanges, mutual learning, and people-to-people exchanges, the Global Times Institute (GTI), in collaboration with the Latin American Council of Social Sciences (CLACSO) and the China-Latin America Education and Culture Center, conducted a 'China-LAC mutual perception survey' in both regions. The first part, 'Chinese perspectives on the LAC,' was conducted from April 11 to 22, 2025, targeting ordinary Chinese citizens aged 18 to 69. The survey was carried out through an online questionnaire distributed to members, covering 16 cities across seven major regions of the Chinese mainland, and collected 2,099 valid samples. The survey found that over 90 percent of respondents affirmed the importance of a harmonious and friendly China-LAC relationship for China's future development, and expressed a desire for the relationship to maintain its current state or become even friendlier. US pressure and provocation were identified as the biggest obstacle to China-LAC relations, and the mutually beneficial cooperation between China and LAC received high recognition. More comprehensive understanding This questionnaire provides a basic explanation of the geographical scope of the LAC, referring to countries and regions in the Western Hemisphere excluding the US and Canada. Without any prompts, the survey listed 9 LAC countries and 3 non-LAC countries as distractors, allowing respondents to select what they believed to be LAC countries. The data shows that 97 percent of Chinese respondents were able to accurately identify at least one LAC country. Brazil and Mexico had the highest awareness rates, both at 63 percent; Argentina and Chile also had awareness rates of above 50 percent. The survey also invited respondents to share their first impressions of the LAC. After conducting a keyword frequency analysis on the responses, the GTI found that 'football' appeared most frequently. Besides, representative terms such as 'enthusiasm,' 'samba,' 'tropical rainforest,' 'cuisine,' 'culture,' and 'coffee' were also mentioned quite often. When it comes to the characteristics of Latin Americans, 'passionate and exuberant' left the deepest impression on the Chinese public, at a selection rate of 55 percent. Other notable impressions included 'optimistic' and 'creative.' Furthermore, in the eyes of some Chinese people, traits such as self-discipline, diligence, perseverance, a focus on the present, and strong family values are also seen as prominent characteristics of Latin Americans. Regarding the current level of economic development in the LAC, nearly 90 percent of respondents believe it is at a medium or higher level, with about half considering it 'relatively high' or 'extremely high,' and 40 percent rating it as 'medium.' The respondents identified 'resource richness,' 'enthusiastic openness,' and 'natural landscapes' as the top three opportunities for development in the region, with each option chosen by around half of the respondents. Additionally, over 30 percent selected 'broad market' and 'peaceful environment.' Guo Cunhai, director of Department of Social and Cultural Studies at the Latin American Studies Institute of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, told the Global Times, 'Compared to the results of the Chinese perspectives on the LAC survey we conducted 20 years ago, this time's results indicate that Chinese people's understanding of the LAC has become more comprehensive.' 'Football is still the most frequently mentioned aspect, which has not changed. What has changed is that keywords such as enthusiasm, exuberance, and optimism are mentioned more often, indicating that as China-LAC relations have become closer and cultural exchanges have increased, Chinese people's understanding of the LAC has evolved from a material level to an understanding of the inner spirit of people there,' Guo said. Cooperation for mutual benefit In recent years, products such as cherries, beef, and red wine imported from the LAC have increasingly appeared in the daily lives of Chinese consumers. Surveys show that 87 percent of respondents have used or purchased products from the region, with the usage/purchase rate of cherries being the highest at 46 percent. This is followed by beef, coffee, and avocados, all exceeding 30 percent, while red wine is close to 30 percent. Survey data indicates that the mutually beneficial nature of China-LAC cooperation is highly recognized by the Chinese public. When asked, 'Which side benefits more from China-LAC cooperation?' Eighty-three percent of respondents chose 'mutual benefit.' The vast majority of respondents (91 percent) acknowledged the role of the LAC as participants, contributors, or beneficiaries in the Belt and Road Initiative. Gabriel Merino, coordinator of the working group 'China and the map of world power' of the CLACSO, told the Global Times that China's infrastructure investments in roads, railways, ports, dams, and energy projects across the LAC have been broadly welcomed by local communities. Notable examples include the Chancay Port in Peru and railway investments in Argentina. He added that China and Latin America also hold promising prospects for future collaboration in technological development. Another CLACSO coordinator, Lourdes Regueiro, noted that China offers Latin America a partnership not based on political conditions or ideological alignment, positioning itself as a key development partner that refrains from imposing political or economic models on the region. The survey was conducted amid the US government's push for so-called 'reciprocal tariffs' worldwide. When asked about the potential impact of this policy on China-LAC trade, nearly half (48 percent) of respondents believed it would disrupt the global trade order and negatively affect China-LAC trade. Another 15 percent of respondents said the consequences remain uncertain, potentially forcing the LAC to choose sides between the US and China. Meanwhile, 24 percent of respondents saw it as an opportunity to expand China-LAC trade. The survey also highlighted perceptions of obstacles to China-LAC relations. 'US pressure and provocation' ranked as the top challenge, cited by 41 percent of respondents - far outpacing other factors. Over half (54 percent) viewed the US as a 'troublemaker' in China-LAC cooperation. Boundless potential Regarding the current China-LAC relations, 76 percent of the respondents believe that the overall relations are 'fairly friendly' or 'very friendly,' while 21 percent think they are 'neither good nor bad.' Ninety-six percent of the respondents consider that for China, the LAC is mostly in normal, friendly, or strategic partnership relations. Ninety-five percent of the respondents affirm the importance of the harmonious and friendly China-LAC relations for China's future development. Sixty-two percent of respondents expect that China-LAC relations will become even friendlier in the future, and 33 percent expect to maintain the status quo. In terms of the areas where China and the LAC need to strengthen cooperation in the future, at the top of the list are 'green development and environmental protection,' 'trade and investment,' 'infrastructure construction,' 'renewable energy development,' and 'high-tech industries such as AI.' Wang Youming, research fellow at the China Institute of International Studies in Beijing, said that the LAC attaches great importance to environmental protection, and China has advantages in the industrial chains related to new energy vehicles and lithium batteries. China and the LAC have a strong willingness, practical actions, and promising prospects for cooperation in the field of green development. According to the survey data, 97 percent of Chinese respondents show a high level of interest in various aspects of the LAC, including its history, culture, science and technology, and sports. Comparatively speaking, 'history and ancient civilizations' and 'literature and art' are the most attractive, with the proportion of respondents choosing them being 53 percent and 44 percent respectively. More than 30 percent of the respondents are interested in science and technology, sports, and economy. Also, more than 30 percent of the respondents hope to gain a better understanding of the LAC by paying attention to their film and TV shows, participating in cultural exchange activities such as music, dance, and cuisine, and reading their literary works. If given the opportunity, which countries do the Chinese public most want to visit? The data shows that Brazil is the top destination, with 48 percent of the respondents choosing it, followed by Argentina (35 percent), Chile (33 percent), and Mexico (31 percent). Meanwhile, about 20 percent of the respondents chose Cuba, Colombia, and Panama. 'Tourism' and 'social media and other media' are the two main ways for the Chinese public to learn more about the LAC, with the proportions of respondents choosing them being 51 percent and 48 percent, respectively. In addition, more than 90 percent of the respondents express their welcome to people from the LAC to visit China. In recent years, the overall influence of Global South countries has significantly increased. The LAC, as an important member of the Global South camp, has also seen a concurrent enhancement of its strategic status and the level of attention it receives in international affairs. Fifty-seven percent of the respondents believe that the region's status in global governance will rise in the future, while 35 percent think it will remain largely unchanged. When asked about the common characteristics between China and the LAC, 97 percent of respondents affirm that there are commonalities. Among them, the recognition rates of 'advocating for peace and building a new international political and economic order' and 'possessing a long and splendid civilization and culture,' and 'attaching importance to green development and environmental protection' are close to or exceed half, with the proportions of respondents choosing them being 52 percent, 52 percent, and 49 percent respectively. In addition, 46 percent of the respondents believe that both China and the LAC 'support multilateralism and the United Nations.' The LAC sees itself as part of the Global South, and this seems to be a tacit consensus within the region. With the advent of a multi-polar world, I believe that the voices and demands of the Global South in the international political agenda will be strengthened, Lourdes said. 'The LAC and China will actively participate in the construction of a new international political and economic order,' he stressed. The article first appeared in the Global Times: Company: Global Times Contact Person: Anna Li Email: [email protected] Website: City: Beijing Disclaimer: This press release may contain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements describe future expectations, plans, results, or strategies (including product offerings, regulatory plans and business plans) and may change without notice. You are cautioned that such statements are subject to a multitude of risks and uncertainties that could cause future circumstances, events, or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements, including the risks that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements.
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15-05-2025
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Global Times: China-LAC mutually beneficial, win-win cooperation highly recognized among Chinese respondents: GT survey
China-LAC ties deepen in 2025, marked by mutual respect, growing trade, cultural exchange, and shared global development goals. Beijing, China, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The year 2025 marks the tenth anniversary of the launch of the China-Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) Forum. Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend and deliver a speech at the opening ceremony of the fourth ministerial meeting of the China-CELAC Forum in Beijing on May 13. Over the past decade, through joint efforts, the construction of a China-LAC community with a shared future has continuously achieved new results, and China-LAC relations have entered a new era characterized by equality, mutual benefit, innovation, openness, and more benefits for the people. To enhance mutual understanding between China and LAC countries and to strengthen and promote cultural exchanges, mutual learning, and people-to-people exchanges, the Global Times Institute (GTI), in collaboration with the Latin American Council of Social Sciences (CLACSO) and the China-Latin America Education and Culture Center, conducted a "China-LAC mutual perception survey" in both regions. The first part, "Chinese perspectives on the LAC," was conducted from April 11 to 22, 2025, targeting ordinary Chinese citizens aged 18 to 69. The survey was carried out through an online questionnaire distributed to members, covering 16 cities across seven major regions of the Chinese mainland, and collected 2,099 valid samples. The survey found that over 90 percent of respondents affirmed the importance of a harmonious and friendly China-LAC relationship for China's future development, and expressed a desire for the relationship to maintain its current state or become even friendlier. US pressure and provocation were identified as the biggest obstacle to China-LAC relations, and the mutually beneficial cooperation between China and LAC received high comprehensive understanding This questionnaire provides a basic explanation of the geographical scope of the LAC, referring to countries and regions in the Western Hemisphere excluding the US and Canada. Without any prompts, the survey listed 9 LAC countries and 3 non-LAC countries as distractors, allowing respondents to select what they believed to be LAC countries. The data shows that 97 percent of Chinese respondents were able to accurately identify at least one LAC country. Brazil and Mexico had the highest awareness rates, both at 63 percent; Argentina and Chile also had awareness rates of above 50 survey also invited respondents to share their first impressions of the LAC. After conducting a keyword frequency analysis on the responses, the GTI found that "football" appeared most frequently. Besides, representative terms such as "enthusiasm," "samba," "tropical rainforest," "cuisine," "culture," and "coffee" were also mentioned quite often. When it comes to the characteristics of Latin Americans, "passionate and exuberant" left the deepest impression on the Chinese public, at a selection rate of 55 percent. Other notable impressions included "optimistic" and "creative." Furthermore, in the eyes of some Chinese people, traits such as self-discipline, diligence, perseverance, a focus on the present, and strong family values are also seen as prominent characteristics of Latin the current level of economic development in the LAC, nearly 90 percent of respondents believe it is at a medium or higher level, with about half considering it "relatively high" or "extremely high," and 40 percent rating it as "medium." The respondents identified "resource richness," "enthusiastic openness," and "natural landscapes" as the top three opportunities for development in the region, with each option chosen by around half of the respondents. Additionally, over 30 percent selected "broad market" and "peaceful environment."Guo Cunhai, director of Department of Social and Cultural Studies at the Latin American Studies Institute of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, told the Global Times, "Compared to the results of the Chinese perspectives on the LAC survey we conducted 20 years ago, this time's results indicate that Chinese people's understanding of the LAC has become more comprehensive.""Football is still the most frequently mentioned aspect, which has not changed. What has changed is that keywords such as enthusiasm, exuberance, and optimism are mentioned more often, indicating that as China-LAC relations have become closer and cultural exchanges have increased, Chinese people's understanding of the LAC has evolved from a material level to an understanding of the inner spirit of people there," Guo for mutual benefit In recent years, products such as cherries, beef, and red wine imported from the LAC have increasingly appeared in the daily lives of Chinese consumers. Surveys show that 87 percent of respondents have used or purchased products from the region, with the usage/purchase rate of cherries being the highest at 46 percent. This is followed by beef, coffee, and avocados, all exceeding 30 percent, while red wine is close to 30 percent. Survey data indicates that the mutually beneficial nature of China-LAC cooperation is highly recognized by the Chinese public. When asked, "Which side benefits more from China-LAC cooperation?" Eighty-three percent of respondents chose "mutual benefit." The vast majority of respondents (91 percent) acknowledged the role of the LAC as participants, contributors, or beneficiaries in the Belt and Road Initiative. Gabriel Merino, coordinator of the working group "China and the map of world power" of the CLACSO, told the Global Times that China's infrastructure investments in roads, railways, ports, dams, and energy projects across the LAC have been broadly welcomed by local communities. Notable examples include the Chancay Port in Peru and railway investments in Argentina. He added that China and Latin America also hold promising prospects for future collaboration in technological CLACSO coordinator, Lourdes Regueiro, noted that China offers Latin America a partnership not based on political conditions or ideological alignment, positioning itself as a key development partner that refrains from imposing political or economic models on the survey was conducted amid the US government's push for so-called "reciprocal tariffs" worldwide. When asked about the potential impact of this policy on China-LAC trade, nearly half (48 percent) of respondents believed it would disrupt the global trade order and negatively affect China-LAC trade. Another 15 percent of respondents said the consequences remain uncertain, potentially forcing the LAC to choose sides between the US and China. Meanwhile, 24 percent of respondents saw it as an opportunity to expand China-LAC trade. The survey also highlighted perceptions of obstacles to China-LAC relations. "US pressure and provocation" ranked as the top challenge, cited by 41 percent of respondents - far outpacing other factors. Over half (54 percent) viewed the US as a "troublemaker" in China-LAC potential Regarding the current China-LAC relations, 76 percent of the respondents believe that the overall relations are "fairly friendly" or "very friendly," while 21 percent think they are "neither good nor bad." Ninety-six percent of the respondents consider that for China, the LAC is mostly in normal, friendly, or strategic partnership relations. Ninety-five percent of the respondents affirm the importance of the harmonious and friendly China-LAC relations for China's future development. Sixty-two percent of respondents expect that China-LAC relations will become even friendlier in the future, and 33 percent expect to maintain the status quo. In terms of the areas where China and the LAC need to strengthen cooperation in the future, at the top of the list are "green development and environmental protection," "trade and investment," "infrastructure construction," "renewable energy development," and "high-tech industries such as AI." Wang Youming, research fellow at the China Institute of International Studies in Beijing, said that the LAC attaches great importance to environmental protection, and China has advantages in the industrial chains related to new energy vehicles and lithium batteries. China and the LAC have a strong willingness, practical actions, and promising prospects for cooperation in the field of green to the survey data, 97 percent of Chinese respondents show a high level of interest in various aspects of the LAC, including its history, culture, science and technology, and sports. Comparatively speaking, "history and ancient civilizations" and "literature and art" are the most attractive, with the proportion of respondents choosing them being 53 percent and 44 percent respectively. More than 30 percent of the respondents are interested in science and technology, sports, and economy. Also, more than 30 percent of the respondents hope to gain a better understanding of the LAC by paying attention to their film and TV shows, participating in cultural exchange activities such as music, dance, and cuisine, and reading their literary given the opportunity, which countries do the Chinese public most want to visit? The data shows that Brazil is the top destination, with 48 percent of the respondents choosing it, followed by Argentina (35 percent), Chile (33 percent), and Mexico (31 percent). Meanwhile, about 20 percent of the respondents chose Cuba, Colombia, and Panama. "Tourism" and "social media and other media" are the two main ways for the Chinese public to learn more about the LAC, with the proportions of respondents choosing them being 51 percent and 48 percent, respectively. In addition, more than 90 percent of the respondents express their welcome to people from the LAC to visit recent years, the overall influence of Global South countries has significantly increased. The LAC, as an important member of the Global South camp, has also seen a concurrent enhancement of its strategic status and the level of attention it receives in international affairs. Fifty-seven percent of the respondents believe that the region's status in global governance will rise in the future, while 35 percent think it will remain largely asked about the common characteristics between China and the LAC, 97 percent of respondents affirm that there are commonalities. Among them, the recognition rates of "advocating for peace and building a new international political and economic order" and "possessing a long and splendid civilization and culture," and "attaching importance to green development and environmental protection" are close to or exceed half, with the proportions of respondents choosing them being 52 percent, 52 percent, and 49 percent respectively. In addition, 46 percent of the respondents believe that both China and the LAC "support multilateralism and the United Nations."The LAC sees itself as part of the Global South, and this seems to be a tacit consensus within the region. With the advent of a multi-polar world, I believe that the voices and demands of the Global South in the international political agenda will be strengthened, Lourdes said."The LAC and China will actively participate in the construction of a new international political and economic order," he stressed. 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15-05-2025
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Beijing Review: Future-Facing Partnership
BEIJING, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Just as a ship is powered by its sails, people are inspired by their hearts. On November 15, 2024, President Xi Jinping quoted this Latin American proverb in his written speech delivered at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit. He called on all nations to enhance solidarity and cooperation, jointly stand up to global challenges and form a mighty force for the common prosperity of the world and a brighter future for humanity. Amid shifting international dynamics, the Global South, including China and countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), is rising with growing strength and influence. China-LAC relations have entered a new phase, setting a new benchmark for South-South cooperation. In July 2014, during his visit to Brasília, capital of Brazil, Xi attended the China-LAC Countries Leaders' Meeting, where he first proposed building a China-LAC community with a shared future. Together with the attending leaders, he jointly announced the establishment of the Forum of China and Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC). In January 2015, the First Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum was held in Beijing. This was the beginning of overall cooperation between China and LAC countries. "The China-CELAC Forum, a young seedling in our eyes, needs the dedication and cultivation of both sides for it to grow bigger and stronger," Xi said at the opening ceremony. Today, that once-tender seedling has grown into a flourishing tree—lush, robust and thriving. From vision to reality, from concept to concrete action, the China-CELAC Forum has become the leading platform for advancing overall cooperation between China and LAC countries. Over the past decade, the two sides have continuously deepened political mutual trust and expanded practical cooperation. Panama, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Honduras have established or resumed diplomatic ties with China. The latter has firmly held its position as the LAC's second largest trading partner, while Chile, Peru, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Nicaragua have all become China's free trade partners. In November 2024, the Chancay Port in Peru officially commenced operations. This milestone celebrates the birth of a new land-sea corridor between Asia and LAC countries in the new era. Over the past decade, China and LAC nations have remained committed to safeguarding world peace and promoting shared development. In May 2024, China and Brazil jointly issued the Common Understandings on Political Settlement of the Ukraine Crisis, which received positive responses from more than 110 countries. The Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum took place in Beijing on May 13. China has expressed its readiness to work with partners in the region to promote progress in building a China-LAC community with a shared future. Together, they seek to address global challenges, promote reforms in global governance and contribute wisdom and strength to maintaining world peace and stability. In the spirit of the proverb "just as a ship is powered by its sails, people are inspired by their hearts," the China-LAC community with a shared future is poised for a steady and prosperous voyage, charting a new course for bilateral relations. Comments to pengjy@ TikTokhttps:// Xhttps:// Facebookhttps:// YouTubehttps:// Weibohttps:// Websitehttp:// View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Beijing Review
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15-05-2025
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Beijing Review: Future-Facing Partnership
BEIJING, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Just as a ship is powered by its sails, people are inspired by their hearts. On November 15, 2024, President Xi Jinping quoted this Latin American proverb in his written speech delivered at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit. He called on all nations to enhance solidarity and cooperation, jointly stand up to global challenges and form a mighty force for the common prosperity of the world and a brighter future for humanity. Amid shifting international dynamics, the Global South, including China and countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), is rising with growing strength and influence. China-LAC relations have entered a new phase, setting a new benchmark for South-South cooperation. In July 2014, during his visit to Brasília, capital of Brazil, Xi attended the China-LAC Countries Leaders' Meeting, where he first proposed building a China-LAC community with a shared future. Together with the attending leaders, he jointly announced the establishment of the Forum of China and Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC). In January 2015, the First Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum was held in Beijing. This was the beginning of overall cooperation between China and LAC countries. "The China-CELAC Forum, a young seedling in our eyes, needs the dedication and cultivation of both sides for it to grow bigger and stronger," Xi said at the opening ceremony. Today, that once-tender seedling has grown into a flourishing tree—lush, robust and thriving. From vision to reality, from concept to concrete action, the China-CELAC Forum has become the leading platform for advancing overall cooperation between China and LAC countries. Over the past decade, the two sides have continuously deepened political mutual trust and expanded practical cooperation. Panama, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Honduras have established or resumed diplomatic ties with China. The latter has firmly held its position as the LAC's second largest trading partner, while Chile, Peru, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Nicaragua have all become China's free trade partners. In November 2024, the Chancay Port in Peru officially commenced operations. This milestone celebrates the birth of a new land-sea corridor between Asia and LAC countries in the new era. Over the past decade, China and LAC nations have remained committed to safeguarding world peace and promoting shared development. In May 2024, China and Brazil jointly issued the Common Understandings on Political Settlement of the Ukraine Crisis, which received positive responses from more than 110 countries. The Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum took place in Beijing on May 13. China has expressed its readiness to work with partners in the region to promote progress in building a China-LAC community with a shared future. Together, they seek to address global challenges, promote reforms in global governance and contribute wisdom and strength to maintaining world peace and stability. In the spirit of the proverb "just as a ship is powered by its sails, people are inspired by their hearts," the China-LAC community with a shared future is poised for a steady and prosperous voyage, charting a new course for bilateral relations. Comments to pengjy@ TikTokhttps:// Xhttps:// Facebookhttps:// YouTubehttps:// Weibohttps:// Websitehttp:// View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Beijing Review Sign in to access your portfolio
