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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Beijing Review: Future-Facing Partnership
BEIJING, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Just as a ship is powered by its sails, people are inspired by their hearts. On November 15, 2024, President Xi Jinping quoted this Latin American proverb in his written speech delivered at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit. He called on all nations to enhance solidarity and cooperation, jointly stand up to global challenges and form a mighty force for the common prosperity of the world and a brighter future for humanity. Amid shifting international dynamics, the Global South, including China and countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), is rising with growing strength and influence. China-LAC relations have entered a new phase, setting a new benchmark for South-South cooperation. In July 2014, during his visit to Brasília, capital of Brazil, Xi attended the China-LAC Countries Leaders' Meeting, where he first proposed building a China-LAC community with a shared future. Together with the attending leaders, he jointly announced the establishment of the Forum of China and Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC). In January 2015, the First Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum was held in Beijing. This was the beginning of overall cooperation between China and LAC countries. "The China-CELAC Forum, a young seedling in our eyes, needs the dedication and cultivation of both sides for it to grow bigger and stronger," Xi said at the opening ceremony. Today, that once-tender seedling has grown into a flourishing tree—lush, robust and thriving. From vision to reality, from concept to concrete action, the China-CELAC Forum has become the leading platform for advancing overall cooperation between China and LAC countries. Over the past decade, the two sides have continuously deepened political mutual trust and expanded practical cooperation. Panama, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Honduras have established or resumed diplomatic ties with China. The latter has firmly held its position as the LAC's second largest trading partner, while Chile, Peru, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Nicaragua have all become China's free trade partners. In November 2024, the Chancay Port in Peru officially commenced operations. This milestone celebrates the birth of a new land-sea corridor between Asia and LAC countries in the new era. Over the past decade, China and LAC nations have remained committed to safeguarding world peace and promoting shared development. In May 2024, China and Brazil jointly issued the Common Understandings on Political Settlement of the Ukraine Crisis, which received positive responses from more than 110 countries. The Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum took place in Beijing on May 13. China has expressed its readiness to work with partners in the region to promote progress in building a China-LAC community with a shared future. Together, they seek to address global challenges, promote reforms in global governance and contribute wisdom and strength to maintaining world peace and stability. In the spirit of the proverb "just as a ship is powered by its sails, people are inspired by their hearts," the China-LAC community with a shared future is poised for a steady and prosperous voyage, charting a new course for bilateral relations. Comments to pengjy@ TikTokhttps:// Xhttps:// Facebookhttps:// YouTubehttps:// Weibohttps:// Websitehttp:// View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Beijing Review
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Beijing Review: Future-Facing Partnership
BEIJING, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Just as a ship is powered by its sails, people are inspired by their hearts. On November 15, 2024, President Xi Jinping quoted this Latin American proverb in his written speech delivered at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit. He called on all nations to enhance solidarity and cooperation, jointly stand up to global challenges and form a mighty force for the common prosperity of the world and a brighter future for humanity. Amid shifting international dynamics, the Global South, including China and countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), is rising with growing strength and influence. China-LAC relations have entered a new phase, setting a new benchmark for South-South cooperation. In July 2014, during his visit to Brasília, capital of Brazil, Xi attended the China-LAC Countries Leaders' Meeting, where he first proposed building a China-LAC community with a shared future. Together with the attending leaders, he jointly announced the establishment of the Forum of China and Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC). In January 2015, the First Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum was held in Beijing. This was the beginning of overall cooperation between China and LAC countries. "The China-CELAC Forum, a young seedling in our eyes, needs the dedication and cultivation of both sides for it to grow bigger and stronger," Xi said at the opening ceremony. Today, that once-tender seedling has grown into a flourishing tree—lush, robust and thriving. From vision to reality, from concept to concrete action, the China-CELAC Forum has become the leading platform for advancing overall cooperation between China and LAC countries. Over the past decade, the two sides have continuously deepened political mutual trust and expanded practical cooperation. Panama, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Honduras have established or resumed diplomatic ties with China. The latter has firmly held its position as the LAC's second largest trading partner, while Chile, Peru, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Nicaragua have all become China's free trade partners. In November 2024, the Chancay Port in Peru officially commenced operations. This milestone celebrates the birth of a new land-sea corridor between Asia and LAC countries in the new era. Over the past decade, China and LAC nations have remained committed to safeguarding world peace and promoting shared development. In May 2024, China and Brazil jointly issued the Common Understandings on Political Settlement of the Ukraine Crisis, which received positive responses from more than 110 countries. The Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum took place in Beijing on May 13. China has expressed its readiness to work with partners in the region to promote progress in building a China-LAC community with a shared future. Together, they seek to address global challenges, promote reforms in global governance and contribute wisdom and strength to maintaining world peace and stability. In the spirit of the proverb "just as a ship is powered by its sails, people are inspired by their hearts," the China-LAC community with a shared future is poised for a steady and prosperous voyage, charting a new course for bilateral relations. Comments to pengjy@ TikTokhttps:// Xhttps:// Facebookhttps:// YouTubehttps:// Weibohttps:// Websitehttp:// View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Beijing Review Sign in to access your portfolio
Korea Herald
05-02-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
AmCham chief joins promotion committee for APEC CEO Summit
The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea announced Wednesday that Chair and CEO James Kim has been appointed as a member of the promotion committee for this year's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit. The 2025 APEC CEO Summit, set for Oct. 28-31 in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, will serve as a key platform for global business leaders, policymakers and thought leaders to exchange insights on pressing economic challenges and emerging industries such as energy transition, digital innovation, AI and health care. The promotion committee, led by SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won, who doubles as head of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry, was created to ensure a successful summit launch. Its members, including newly appointed CEO Kim, along with CEOs of Korea's leading conglomerates and heads of foreign chambers of commerce, will work to invite key figures to the event and enhance APEC's international presence. 'It is a tremendous honor to contribute to this important initiative. AmCham is committed to working closely with KCCI Chair Chey Tae-won, Vice Chair Park Il-joon, and their dedicated team to ensure the success of APEC 2025,' Kim said. Kim added that the summit is not only an opportunity to foster public-private collaboration and drive sustainable economic growth across the Asia-Pacific region, but also a premier platform to showcase Korea's resilience and strategic importance within the global supply chain. Chairman Chey Tae-won also expressed confidence in Kim's contributions, stating, "I have no doubt that CEO Kim's outstanding leadership and global business expertise will add tremendous value to the committee." To further support the initiative, AmCham also plans to establish an APEC 2025 Committee, comprising senior executives from major US companies, to work closely with KCCI and ensure the event's success.
