At the opening ceremony of the fourth ministerial meeting of the China-CELAC Forum in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a visionary address, calling on nations across Latin America and the Caribbean to join China in building a “community of shared future”.
Xi framed this community around three pillars:
- Trade & Investment: Expand market access and boost two-way trade.
- Green Development: Collaborate on sustainable energy and climate solutions.
- Digital Innovation: Drive partnerships in e-commerce, 5G and emerging technologies.
His speech resonated with young global citizens and entrepreneurs by championing a model of cooperation that promises inclusive growth and resilience. Xi emphasized that by working together, the Chinese mainland and Latin America and the Caribbean can unlock new opportunities, accelerate post-pandemic recovery and address shared challenges like climate change.
Established in 2014, the China-CELAC Forum has become a key platform for cross-continental dialogue. As the fourth ministerial meeting unfolds, stakeholders from government, business and civil society will translate Xi’s vision into tangible projects and partnerships.
With an emphasis on equity, sustainability and innovation, this call to action underscores the evolving role of multilateral forums in shaping a more interconnected world.
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