Wang Yi, the director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, recently met with Celso Amorim, special advisor to the president of Brazil, in Beijing. The meeting highlighted the significance of the bilateral relationship between China and Brazil, emphasizing their roles as major developing countries and key members of BRICS.
As China fully supports Brazil’s role as the rotating presidency of the G20 this year, both countries expressed their commitment to ensuring the success of the G20 Rio Summit. With 2023 marking the 50th anniversary of China-Brazil diplomatic ties, the leaders discussed the need for a strategic plan to propel their relationship forward in the next golden 50 years.
Amidst a changing global landscape, characterized by emerging hotspot issues, Wang noted the collective rise of countries from the Global South, such as China and Brazil, in balancing world power structures. Brazil’s Amorim stressed the strategic importance of their partnership, highlighting benefits not only for both nations but also for the broader global community in promoting peace and stability.
Amorim underscored the significance of China as Brazil’s largest market, with current trade volume nearing $200 billion and ample room for further growth. The leaders agreed on the need to expand cooperation across various sectors, including artificial intelligence and the digital economy, to enhance the comprehensive strategic partnership between Brazil and China.
Furthermore, the two sides shared common views on several major international issues and jointly issued a statement on the political settlement of the Ukraine crisis. Emphasizing the importance of dialogue and negotiation, they called for the creation of conditions enabling direct talks to resolve the crisis peacefully.
In conclusion, the meeting between Wang Yi and Celso Amorim signified a deepening of the Brazil-China relationship, with a focus on strategic cooperation, economic development, and multilateral engagement. Their discussions underscored the shared commitment to fostering stability, peace, and mutual prosperity, not only between their respective nations but also within the global community.
