China Pledges Deeper Ties with Latin America at Ministerial Forum
Chinese President Xi Jinping called for strengthened cooperation between China and Latin American and Caribbean countries during the opening ceremony of the fourth China-CELAC Forum ministerial meeting in Beijing this week. The event, attended by representatives from 33 member states, highlighted shared goals in trade, sustainable development, and multilateral coordination.
President Xi emphasized China's commitment to fostering 'mutually beneficial partnerships' through initiatives like the Belt and Road framework, noting bilateral trade with CELAC nations has grown 21% annually since 2020. Delegates welcomed proposals to increase Chinese investment in renewable energy infrastructure and digital transformation projects across the region.
The forum concluded with a joint action plan outlining cooperation in green technology, agricultural modernization, and public health systems. Analysts suggest these developments could position China as a key partner in Latin America's post-pandemic recovery strategies.
