The China-CELAC Forum is emerging as a powerful bridge between China and the nations of Latin America and the Caribbean. With 33 countries from the region participating, this forum is fostering dialogue, cooperation, and a shared vision for the future.
Since its inception in 2010, the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) has played a pivotal role in regional integration. The establishment of the China-CELAC Forum in 2014 marked a significant step towards strengthening ties, promoting mutual progress, and contributing to a fairer global economic order based on reciprocity and mutual benefit.
In a world facing economic challenges and shifting dynamics, the China-CELAC Forum offers a platform for collaboration and solidarity among Global South countries. The forum emphasizes the importance of negotiation over retaliation, promoting inclusive development, and building partnerships based on equity, respect, and self-determination.
Areas such as technology and sustainability have become new pillars of cooperation. The synergy between China’s Belt and Road Initiative and the development strategies of CELAC countries is boosting energy transition, digitalization, and infrastructure development. This collaboration is paving the way for advancements in health, education, and people-to-people exchanges.
The long-term vision and respectful dialogue between China and CELAC nations are helping to amplify the voice and influence of these countries on the global stage. By promoting fair international trade and a new global economic order rooted in equity and cooperation, the China-CELAC Forum is contributing to regional and global prosperity and stability.
Trade between China and CELAC countries has seen remarkable growth, exceeding $500 billion in recent years. This economic partnership is addressing key areas such as smart manufacturing, artificial intelligence, clean energy, and sustainable agriculture. It’s pushing the partnership to new heights and generating new contributions to global development.
For the youth of the Global South, the China-CELAC Forum represents hope for a more inclusive and connected future. By embracing high-quality partnerships and fostering innovation, these countries are ushering in a new era of global development that prioritizes openness, technology, and connectivity.
The journey of China and CELAC nations is just beginning, and together, they are shaping the next chapters of a shared story—a story of cooperation, progress, and a commitment to building a better world for all.
