In a historic move, China and Brazil have decided to elevate their ties, aiming to build a community with a shared future for a more just world and a sustainable planet. This significant decision was made during a meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Rio de Janeiro, following Xi's attendance at the 19th G20 Summit.
Both nations, as major developing countries in their respective hemispheres, have enjoyed a robust relationship over the past 50 years. President Xi highlighted that Brazil was the first Latin American country to establish a comprehensive strategic partnership with China, emphasizing the mutual respect, benefit, and amity that have defined their cooperation.
Under the leadership of Xi and Lula, China and Brazil are becoming reliable friends and positive forces for global peace. The enhanced relationship not only boosts the well-being of their citizens but also strengthens the voice and influence of the Global South in international affairs.
A key aspect of this elevated partnership is the alignment of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) with Brazil's development strategies. Both leaders underscored the importance of deepening cooperation in areas such as economy, trade, infrastructure, finance, science and technology, and environmental protection. This synergy is expected to contribute significantly to Brazil's reindustrialization and the integration of South America.
President Xi expressed China's commitment to supporting Brazil's initiatives like the Fome Zero (Zero Hunger) program, reinforcing their joint efforts in poverty alleviation and sustainable development. Additionally, China has pledged support for Brazil's presidency of BRICS next year, aiming to enhance multilateral cooperation and uphold global governance standards.
President Lula echoed these sentiments, describing China as Brazil's most important strategic partner and lauding the fruitful cooperation over the decades. He highlighted Brazil's development strategies, such as the New Growth Acceleration Program and the Routes for South American Integration initiative, which align closely with the BRI.
Both leaders emphasized the importance of building a multipolar world and opposing the notion of a 'new Cold War,' advocating for a global partnership based on equality and mutual respect. They also called for increased people-to-people exchanges in culture, education, and youth to solidify the strong bonds between their nations.
As China and Brazil embark on this enhanced partnership, they are poised to make greater contributions to global peace, sustainability, and the prosperity of the Global South, setting an example of solidarity and mutual benefit for developing countries worldwide.
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