2025 marks a milestone in global cooperation as China and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) celebrate 10 years of deepening ties. From trade surges to green energy projects, this partnership has become a blueprint for South-South collaboration. 🌱💼
Trade between China and CELAC members has skyrocketed 200% since 2015, with lithium exports for electric vehicles and agricultural tech leading the charge. "This isn’t just about economics—it’s about shared innovation," says analyst Maria Gomez, highlighting joint AI research labs in Brazil and Chile. 🤖🌎
Youth programs are also thriving, with over 10,000 student exchanges this year alone. Meanwhile, China’s Belt and Road Initiative has funded solar farms in Argentina and smart ports in Peru, blending infrastructure with sustainability. 🌞🚢
As cross-Pacific cultural festivals go viral on TikTok, this partnership proves geopolitics can be both impactful *and* Instagrammable. 📱💫
Reference(s):
cgtn.com







