The Chinese Consul-General in Rio de Janeiro, Tian Min, has called for deeper cooperation with Brazil in the fields of artificial intelligence, connectivity and the aerospace sector. The remarks were made at a reception marking the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, held at Brazil's National Historical Museum.

The diplomat welcomed Brazil's accession to the World Organisation for Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence and expressed China's readiness to strengthen the technological partnership. She also reaffirmed support for Brazil's sovereignty and independence, and advocated greater bilateral coordination in debates on development and global governance.

On the economic front, Tian Min noted that China has remained Brazil's largest trading partner for 17 consecutive years, with Brazil having become one of the main destinations for Chinese overseas investment. Among the results of cooperation within her consular jurisdiction, she cited the production of the 100,000th vehicle at the Chinese company BYD's plant in Camaçari and the start of construction of the Salvador–Itaparica Bridge.

The Consul-General also highlighted activities of the China–Brazil Cultural Year, including performances by Chinese arts institutions, the first Dragon Boat Festival in Rio de Janeiro and the participation of more than 180 representatives from various sectors in seminars in China. In her assessment, the partnership combines economic complementarity, strategic coordination and closer ties between peoples.

(Source: Brasil 247, 8 October)