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Xi Jinping meets with Brazilian president Lula, signing 37 trade and development deals
In remarks with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Brasilia, Xi praises Sino-Brazilian relations as “at their best in history”
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Brasilia on Wednesday for a state meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations and signing 37 government agreements.
Xi arrived midmorning at the Alvorada Palace and was escorted by a cavalry regiment. Lula and his wife, Janja da Silva, welcomed the Chinese leader at the official residence of the Brazilian presidency, where he received elaborate state honours and attended a performance by Chinese and Brazilian children.
He then attended a private meeting with Lula, followed by an expanded session with senior officials from both countries.
As reported in October, Brazil has decided not to join China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), citing concerns about potential repercussions for its relationship with Washington.
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