In Belem, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang highlighted the importance of viewing China-Brazil relations through a strategic, long-term lens. Meeting with Chief of Staff Rui Costa of the Brazilian Presidency, he underscored the smooth progress in aligning development plans under the guidance of both heads of state.
Strategic Vision and Five-Year Plans
Ding noted that the fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China Central Committee approved key recommendations for China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030). These top-level designs pave the way for deeper cooperation in sectors ranging from infrastructure to green technologies.
Key Areas for Cooperation
- Trade and Investment: Building on Brazil’s leading role in Mercosur, both sides aim to expand market access and supply-chain partnerships.
- Technology and Innovation: Joint research initiatives and startup collaborations are set to spur growth in emerging industries.
- People-to-People Ties: Enhanced cultural exchanges and educational programs will strengthen mutual understanding.
Ding also praised Brazil’s position in the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and expressed China’s readiness to deepen ties within these regional blocs.
Brazil’s Perspective
Chief of Staff Rui Costa affirmed that Brazilians view China as a reliable partner, crediting bilateral cooperation with significant gains in economic development and quality of life. He voiced Brazil’s commitment to following through on high-level consensus, accelerating joint projects, and elevating people-to-people connections.
As China and Brazil step into their best period of relations, both sides are set to strengthen a community with a shared future—driving sustainable growth and global cooperation.
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Vice premier urges deeper China-Brazil community with shared future
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