China issues policy paper on Latin America, the Caribbean

Summary

China has issued its third policy paper on Latin America and the Caribbean outlining plans for stronger cooperation in trade, investment, finance, science, climate change, and other sectors to build a shared future community.

Key Points
  • China released its third policy paper on Latin America and the Caribbean, continuing a series begun in 2008 and updated in 2016.
  • The policy paper emphasizes promoting five programs on solidarity, development, civilization, peace, and people-to-people connectivity.
  • China commits to deepening relations and cooperation with LAC countries in over 40 fields including trade, investment, finance, science, technology, and climate change.
  • The policy paper is seen as a roadmap for advancing China-LAC relations and fostering shared development and revitalization.
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