China's Xi says supports Latin America in 'upholding independence'
"China supports Latin American countries in upholding independence and self-reliance," says Chinese leader as he hosts Ecuador's Daniel Noboa. Leer más
On Tuesday, China's President Xi Jinping voiced his backing for Latin American nations' sovereignty and self-sufficiency during a meeting with Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa in Beijing, according to state media. Noboa, a close ally of US President Donald Trump, is on a week-long visit to China, which commenced on Sunday.
In their discussion at the opulent Great Hall of the People, Xi emphasized China's commitment to supporting Latin American countries in maintaining their independence and self-reliance. He also stressed the importance of conducting external cooperation based on each nation's national interests. Xi reiterated China's stance that the status of Latin America and the Caribbean as a zone of peace should not be jeopardized, and the region's development and revitalization should not be disrupted.
Additionally, Xi stressed that the right of Latin American countries to independently choose their partners should not be interfered with. He called for China and Ecuador to strengthen political mutual trust and expand cooperation in areas such as energy, minerals, infrastructure, and finance. China recently reinstated export access for eight Ecuadorean shrimp plants, following several months of negotiations and joint technical work.
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