Xi Jinping at China-CELAC Forum: A New Era of Cooperation

Beijing Hosts China-CELAC Forum: Xi Jinping Emphasizes Shared Future Beijing, May 13, 2025 — The fourth ministerial meeting of the China-CELAC (Community of Latin American and Caribbean States) Forum opened in Beijing today. President Xi Jinping's address highlighted the strong and growing partnership between China and the Latin American and Caribbean nations. He emphasized their shared journey towards a community with a shared future, built on principles of equality, mutual benefit, openness, and inclusivity. "Facts have shown that China and Latin American and Caribbean countries are advancing hand in hand as a community with a shared future," President Xi stated, underscoring the collaborative spirit of the partnership. The meeting, attended by numerous representatives from across the region, underscores the importance of this relationship on the world stage. The event demonstrated the enduring strength of the China-CELAC Forum and its potential to shape future collaborations. The focus on mutual benefit and shared development offers a positive outlook for the years to come. The commitment to inclusivity and openness further strengthens the partnership's position as a global force for cooperation.