China Ready to Advance Belt and Road Cooperation With BRICS – Xi

China Ready to Advance Belt and Road Cooperation With BRICS – Xi
Chinese President Xi Jinping stated during a virtual BRICS summit that China is ready to collaborate with BRICS countries to boost high-quality cooperation within the Belt and Road Initiative program.

Xi emphasized the importance of cooperation among BRICS nations and expressed China’s commitment to promoting regional ties, economic development, and shared prosperity. He highlighted the need for mutual trust, innovation, inclusiveness, and mutual benefit in advancing cooperation within the BRICS framework.

The Belt and Road Initiative, proposed by China in 2013, aims to promote infrastructure development, connectivity, and economic cooperation among countries along the ancient Silk Road trade routes. Xi’s remarks underscored China’s continued commitment to fostering cooperation and partnerships with BRICS nations under the initiative.

Xi also reiterated China’s support for multilateralism, free trade, and the United Nations system during the summit. He called for joint efforts to address global challenges, promote sustainable development, and uphold a rules-based international order.

The virtual summit provided an opportunity for BRICS leaders to discuss key issues, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, economic recovery, and sustainable development. Xi’s participation underscored China’s willingness to engage constructively with BRICS partners to address common challenges and pursue shared goals.

In his address, Xi outlined China’s vision for enhancing Belt and Road cooperation within the BRICS framework, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure investment, digital connectivity, and green development. He called for closer coordination and synergy among BRICS countries to advance common interests and deepen economic cooperation.

Xi’s proactive stance on Belt and Road cooperation reflects China’s ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with BRICS nations and promote inclusive development and mutual benefits. The summit outcomes are expected to further enhance collaboration among BRICS countries and contribute to regional stability and economic growth.