Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized unity and sustainable development as cornerstones of China’s partnership with Latin America and the Caribbean during his keynote speech at the fourth China-CELAC Forum ministerial meeting in Beijing. 🌐 Here’s what you need to know:
Key Quotes from Xi’s Speech
- 🚀 "China will always be a partner in achieving rejuvenation and common development" for CELAC nations.
- 🤝 "Dialogue and cooperation should prevail over the logic of division and confrontation."
- 🌍 "We must pursue green, low-carbon development to protect our shared Earth." Xi highlighted plans to boost clean energy partnerships.
- 📈 The Chinese leader pledged expanded collaboration in tech innovation, digital economy, and poverty reduction.
With over 25 countries in the CELAC bloc, the forum signals growing South-South cooperation aimed at reshaping global economic dynamics. For young professionals and entrepreneurs, Xi’s focus on green tech and AI collaboration could unlock cross-continental opportunities — think 🌱 climate startups or 💻 digital trade. Students and culture enthusiasts, meanwhile, might see new exchange programs or joint research projects on sustainable development goals. 📚✨
This year marks a decade since the forum’s creation, with China now ranking as Latin America’s second-largest trading partner. As Xi put it: "True development is about leaving no country behind." 🔥
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Key quotes from President Xi's 2025 China-CELAC Forum speech
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