Chinese Premier Li Qiang hosted Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at Beijing's Great Hall of the People on Tuesday, marking a significant step in bilateral relations described by both sides as entering a 'golden era' of cooperation. The high-level meeting focused on shared commitments to modernization, multilateralism, and Global South collaboration.
Premier Li emphasized China's readiness to 'move forward side by side' with Brazil, stating: 'Our countries must strengthen solidarity to navigate global risks and achieve mutual success.' The discussions highlighted plans to deepen economic coordination while resisting protectionism—a notable alignment between two of the world's largest developing economies.
President Lula, on his sixth state visit to China, underscored Brazil's commitment to 'enhancing strategic trust' through multilateral platforms. 'Our cooperation extends beyond bilateral interests—it's about defending sovereignty and creating a fairer international order,' he said, referencing shared goals in climate action and UN reforms.
The dialogue comes as China maintains its position as Brazil's top trading partner for 15 consecutive years, with bilateral trade reaching $157 billion in 2023. Observers note the meeting signals potential advancements in green technology partnerships and infrastructure investments across Latin America and Asia.
