Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed Beijing's commitment to expanding cooperation with Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) nations during the China-CELAC Forum's ministerial meeting, outlining a comprehensive roadmap spanning economic development, technological innovation, and cultural preservation.
Three-Year Action Plan Unveiled
China will annually host 300 senior political party delegations from CELAC countries through 2026 to strengthen governance exchanges. A new visa-free policy will initially cover five LAC nations, with plans for gradual expansion, while educational opportunities including 3,500 scholarships will enhance people-to-people ties.
Economic Integration Accelerates
Xi pledged to:
Expand high-quality imports from LAC countries
Encourage Chinese infrastructure and tech investments
Diversify cooperation to include AI, 5G, and green energy
The Belt and Road Initiative will integrate with regional development strategies to stabilize global supply chains and promote multilateral trade.
Security & Cultural Synergy
Joint efforts will focus on:
Combating cybercrime and drug trafficking
Protecting cultural heritage through archaeology partnerships
Implementing Global Development and Security Initiatives
Xi emphasized upholding UN principles while adapting international systems to contemporary challenges.
