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China Fosters Ties with Latin American and Caribbean Nations

Strategic Insights

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized China's commitment to strengthening relations with various Latin American and Caribbean countries during his meetings with foreign ministers from participating nations in the China-CELAC Forum in Beijing. The meetings showcased China's willingness to deepen cooperation in areas such as high-quality Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects, economic development, and strategic partnerships. Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent meetings with leaders from these nations outlined future directions for bilateral relations, with China pledging to continue supporting its partners in countering blockades and sanctions.

Key Takeaways:

  • Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with foreign ministers from Cuba, Uruguay, Peru, Venezuela, Guyana, and Colombia to discuss deepening bilateral relations and cooperation under the China-CELAC Forum.
  • China committed to supporting Cuba in its struggle to safeguard national sovereignty and dignity, and will continue to oppose the US blockade and sanctions.
  • China agreed to deepen high-quality cooperation with Uruguay under the Belt and Road Initiative, emphasizing its willingness to work with Uruguay to promote mutual benefits and strategic partnerships.
  • China and Peru aim to advance their comprehensive strategic partnership, with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Peruvian President Dina Boluarte agreeing to deepen cooperation in various fields following their recent visits.
  • China reaffirmed its support for Venezuela in countering hegemonism and upholding international justice, and expressed its willingness to cooperate with Venezuela and other Latin American countries in the region.
  • China and Guyana agreed to advance high-quality cooperation in the joint construction of the Belt and Road, exploring new areas such as the digital and green economies.
  • China and Colombia discussed deepening cooperation in jointly building the Belt and Road, with Colombia expressing its readiness to join the initiative and contribute to achieving tangible results in bilateral cooperation.

Statistics:

  • 6 meetings were held between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and foreign ministers from participating Latin American countries.
  • China pledged to continue supporting Cuba in its struggle to safeguard national sovereignty and dignity.
  • Uruguay highly values the global initiatives proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping, with a particular emphasis on free trade and multilateralism.
  • China and Peru agreed to deepen cooperation in areas such as politics, economy, trade, science, and technology, culture, etc.
  • Venezuela has established an all-weather strategic partnership with China, with significant achievements in cooperation in various fields.

Sources:

  • Xinhua News Agency - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with Cuba's Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla, May 13, 2025.
  • Xinhua News Agency - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with Uruguay's Mario Lubetkin, May 13, 2025.
  • Xinhua News Agency - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with Peru's Elmer Schialer Salcedo, May 13, 2025.
  • Xinhua News Agency - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with Venezuela's Ivan Gil Pinto, May 13, 2025.
  • Xinhua News Agency - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with Guyana's Hugh Todd, May 13, 2025.
  • Xinhua News Agency - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with Colombia's Laura Sarabia, May 13, 2025.

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