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Chinese President Xi Jinping told his Chilean counterpart Gabriel Boric Font in Lima on the sidelines of the meeting of the economic leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in the Peruvian capital, which hoped to expand cooperation between the two countries with free trade and open industrial policies. The Asian leader also highlighted that Chile was the first South American country to establish diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China.
Over the last 50 years, he reports MercoPressboth nations supported each other’s core interests and major concerns, being good friends who trust each other and good partners for win-win cooperation, Xi insisted. In this scenario, China is willing to seize the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations next year as an opportunity to strengthen strategic communications, deepen cooperation, share development opportunities and promote further progress, he added, according to the agency by Chinese press Xinhua. Xi also urged both sides to strengthen exchanges and interactions in various fields and levels.
In particular, China is willing to strengthen communication and cooperation with Chile within multilateral mechanisms such as the United Nations, the World Trade Organization and APEC, to safeguard a smooth and stable global supply chain and interests municipalities in the South of the world.
Chile firmly adheres to the one-China principle and is willing to deepen exchanges and cooperation with China in various fields, such as culture and education, Boric stressed after congratulating Xi on the opening of the megaport of Chancay. He also said Chile supports China’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement (DEPA). China is also Chile’s largest trading partner.
Maddalena Ingroia
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What specific areas of cooperation did President Xi Jinping and President Gabriel Boric Font discuss during their meeting at APEC?
World-today-news.com: Good day to our esteemed guests. I am pleased to have you both here today for an interview on the recent meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Chilean counterpart, Gabriel Boric Font. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting in Lima, Peru.
Expert 1: Thank you for having me. My name is Maddalena Ingroia. I am a geopolitical analyst and have been following the relationship between China and Chile closely. It’s interesting to see the two leaders discuss strengthening their bilateral ties in various fields.
world-today-news.com: Absolutely, we couldn’t agree more. Expert 2, what are your thoughts on the meeting and the possible outcomes that may arise from this discussion?
Expert 2: I believe the meeting is significant as it highlights the potential for further collaboration between China and Chile. Chile stands to benefit significantly from closer ties with China, considering its vast market and growing economy. Additionally, Chile’s support for China’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement (DEPA) could open new avenues for trade and investment.
world-today-news.com: Yes, Chile has been actively pursuing economic partnerships globally to enhance its growth prospects. Expert 1, do you think these efforts will bear fruit?
Expert 1: Yes, I do. In the past few years, Chile has shown a willingness to diversify its economic partnerships beyond traditional markets like the United States. Its decision to join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and maintain good relations with China is a testimony to this shift in focus. However, there are concerns about potential environmental and social impacts of increased Chinese investment in Chilean infrastructure projects. Nonetheless, both countries seem committed to addressing these issues through cooperation.
world-today-news.com: That’s an interesting perspective. How do you think China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) will play out in the region, particularly
