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Meeting between the Argentinean and Chinese Ministers of Economy
The Argentine Minister of Economy, Sergio Massa, received the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, Zou Xiaoli, to discuss “issues related to the bilateral trade agenda”
Former Minister Batakis signs agreement to finance dams in Santa Cruz province
Silvina Batakis, former Argentina’s Minister of Economy, signed a document in the province of Santa Cruz that reactivated the financing of two dams: Néstor Kirchner and Carlos Cepernic.
Swap: Foreign exchange swaps between Argentina and the People’s Republic of China
Argentine President Alberto Fernandez confirmed that the government of the People’s Republic of China agreed to extend the currency swap with Argentina to strengthen the reserves of the Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA).
Uruguayan Senator requests report on China-Uruguay FTA feasibility study
On August 24, Uruguayan Foreign Minister Francisco Bustillo announced that, at the request of Chinese officials, the feasibility report for the FTA between China and Uruguay will be confidential.
The U.S.-China trade war and its impact on Peru
According to Daniel Velandia, chief economist of Credicorp Capital, the existing tension between the two countries has hindered Peru’s inflationary reduction, and increased the uncertainty regarding a global economic recession.
Peru subscribes to APEC environmental commitments
Working in conjunction with the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, Peru’s performance in the area of sustainable development has been strong. This was evinced by Peru’s reiteration, in the most recent APEC forum, to establish and implement sustainable food systems and food security for its citizens.
Economic ties between Ecuador and China
China is now Ecuador’s largest trading partner. This year, Ecuador’s exports of non-oil or mining products to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) increased by 81%.
China implements soft power in Latin America
At the closing of the 6th China-Latin America and the Caribbean Think Tank Forum, Alicia Bárcena said that cooperation between the People’s Republic of China and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) provides an opportunity to reduce global asymmetries.
Tango ceremony as a gateway to China-Argentina relations
A Tango concert was held on August 18, at the Chengdu Concert Hall on the occasion of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Argentina and the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
The impact of Chinese companies on transportation in Chile
An example of the above is the case of Foton, a company that specializes in the manufacture of commercial vehicles, and which has seen the highest international sales in its history in Chile.
Nicaragua and China, ever closer
Nicaragua’s Vice President, Rosario Murillo, has stated that China will grant a disbursement of USD $60 million for the development of a housing construction program. This disbursement is coordinated by the China International Development Cooperation Agency.
Uruguayan cattle, a success in China
China has become the main importer of Uruguayan beef. Now, there are plans to import live cattle from Uruguay to China, in order to crossbreed Uruguayan cattle with Wagyu cattle from China.
Ecuadorian banana exports to China grow stronger
According to the Ecuadorian Association of Banana Exporters (AEBE), the figures for banana exports to the Asian country in the first half of 2022 are encouraging, with a growth rate of 25.24% consolidating China as the main destination in the region.
Chinese company invests heavily in Nuevo Leon, Mexico
The Chinese furniture company Man Wah in Mexico will invest US$200 million to expand its plant in the state of Nuevo León, covering an area of 200,000 square meters and creating up to 8,000 new jobs.
China sends humanitarian aid following severe fire in Cuba
PRC Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin announced that the Chinese Red Cross has decided to provide emergency humanitarian assistance to Cuba after a fire broke out in the oil storage area of the Matanzas supertanker base.
Guatemala, Paraguay, and Argentina take a stand on Taiwan
As of July this year, the People’s Republic of China has undertaken military exercises -using live fire- on the border it shares with Taiwan. The development of these activities has created tension in the international system. In the Latin American and Caribbean, there have been several declarations in this regard.
China willing to negotiate with the entire Mercosur bloc
Meanwhile, Beijing, which has begun negotiations on a free trade agreement with Uruguay, is willing to cooperate with Mercosur as a whole, confirmed Cai Wei, director general for the Chinese Foreign Ministry’s Latin American and Caribbean Affairs, in Montevideo.
Venezuela and China strengthen relations through the Parliamentary Friendship Group
The Parliamentary Friendship Group of the National Assembly (NA) held an online meeting to strengthen relations between the countries and deepen the agreement.
China-Cuba cooperation to promote tourism
Cuba’s ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, Carlos Miguel Pereira, and the executive director of Caesars Travel Group, Chen Xiaobing, signed an agreement of understanding to promote tourism between the two countries.
Failed appointment of Andreas Pierotic as Ambassador to China
The Chilean Ministry of Foreign Affairs withdrew the appointment of the Chilean Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, Andreas Pierotic, despite the fact that the decision was made after China granted the agreement requested by Chile at the beginning of March.
Argentina’s new great trade partner
At the end of July, the Argentine-Chinese Chamber of Production, Industry and Commerce, presented a report entitled “Opportunities and Business with China”, which provides an in-depth analysis of existing economic relations between Argentina and China.
Bilateral relations between China and Ecuador
This year officially marked the beginning of negotiations between Ecuador and China with a view to signing an FTA. The most recent meeting have involved different roundtables which have worked on different issues.
Corruption scandals in Bolivia
China’s companies CAMC Engineering Co Ltd (CAMC) and YLB have been at the center of several controversies involving corruption due to a the construction of a water treatment plant in the Uyuni Salt Flat, in Potosí in Bolivia.
China advances towards Latin America
A meeting was held between China’s Foreign Ministry’s LAC director general, Cai Wei, and ALADI general secretary, Sergio Abreu in which the former manifested China’s interest in assimilating Latin American trade, understanding how it works, its strategies and instruments, and its application of the most favored nation principle.
Illegal Fishing in Uruguay
The difference between ilegal and Unregulated fishing is evident in the controversy surrounding the fishing vessel Lu Rong Yuan Yu 606 of Chinese origin, recently captured in Uruguayan waters, and whose illegality could not be concluded due to language difficulties.
Russia, Iran, and China show their military strength during maneuvers in Venezuela
The International Army Games 2022 will be held from August 13 to 27 and will take place in 12 countries, including Venezuela. Two hundred and seventy-five teams from more than 30 countries, including China, Iran, and Russia, will participate in this event.
The squid game: Uruguayan Navy pursues and captures Chinese jigging boat
Illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing is considered the sixth largest illicit economy in the world. In some cases, such as Mexico, it can represent up to 50% of the fishing demand. Uruguay was subject to this issue, which led to the arrest of the vessel Lu Rong Yuan Yu 606, after a chase that took place on July 4.
Stori, a Mexican fintech known for its digital credit card, is LatAm’s new unicorn
Stori, a Mexican developer of financial technology products founded in 2018 was the latest investment by Chinese private equity firms Bertelsmann Asia Investments (BAI) and Vision Plus Capital.
Chinese Foreign Ministry head to visit Uruguay in the middle of a tour of the continent
The Director General of the Department of Latin America and the Caribbean of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cai Wei, has been in constant contact with the Latin American and Caribbean region since early last year with a particular interest in Uruguay.
INVAP signed an agreement with China to export reactors and produce radioisotopes
The Applied Research Institute in Argentina (INVAP) has signed a cooperation agreement with the companies Jianxi Nuclear Power and Shanghai Nuclear Engineering Research & Design Institute, focusing on the export of reactors and the production of radioactive isotopes for medicine.
Argentina says it has China’s backing to join BRICS group
Within the framework of this meeting, Foreign Minister Santiago Cafiero and the Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs and State Councilor, Wang Yi, had a meeting in which the Chinese official expressed his support for Argentina to join the BRICS group.
Chinese company buys lithium mines belonging to Argentine mining group for US$ 962 million
Ganfeng Lithium Co. Ltd recently acquired the Argentinean mining group Lithea for USD $962 million, providing it with the rights to two salt lake brines in Argentina, Pozuelos and Paston Grandes.
China’s digital breakthrough in Latin America
The pandemic has accelerated the world’s digitalization processes, which has provided China, which has a leading role in these digitalization processes, with a window of opportunity.
China asks the UN to embargo small arms and send regional forces in response to violence in Haiti
Photo: OAS visit to Haiti (2/3) – 2019. By: Francisco Proner / Farpa/ CIDH. Source: Flickr Violence in Haiti is caused by phenomena such as poverty; the country’s vulnerability to natural disasters; food insecurity; and, today, increased gang warfare and repression by the security forces. This has led to an increase in the number of victims of different types of crime, ranging from sexual assault to kidnapping, which in turn has triggered a collapse of the health and security systems. In this context, the United States has been identified as the largest supplier of arms in Haiti. In light of…
China and CELAC deepen cooperation to reduce poverty
The second forum on CELAC-China relations was held online on July 14. This time, the attendees addressed poverty reduction, aimed at sustainable development, identifying similarities between poverty in China and poverty in CELAC countries.
Investigation revealed that Chinese mafia “Fujian Bang” operates in Chile
An investigation carried out by the Chilean newspaper La Tercera revealed the existence of a relationship between local and Chinese criminals; the latter were identified as coming from a gang known as “Bang de Fujian”
Investigations targeting Chinese companies that built hospital in Puno, Perú
In the case of the construction of a hospital in the city of Puno, Peru, China Weihai Construction Group Co Ltd. and China Railway No10 Engineering Group Co Ltd. are being investigated for allegedly obtaining the bid through certain illicit actions.
Presentation of the book “El libro Blanco y Celeste de notas sobre China en medios periodísticos de Argentina”
June 15 saw the launching in Buenos Aires (Argentina) of the book “The White and Blue book of articles on China in the Argentine media” (own translation), by authors Eva Blanco Lu, Néstor Restivo and Gustavo Ng.
Growing bilateral trade between Peru and China
According to the Chinese ambassador in Peru, Liang Yu, the trade volume between both countries exceeded US $37,000 in 2021.
Petrochina seeks higher oil volume in pre-sales renegotiation
The largest state-owned oil company of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), Petrochina, is asking Ecuador for larger vessels to transport oil to the Asian market.
Construction begins on the RegioTram
The Department of Cundinamarca’s Governor’s Office issued a communiqué announcing that construction work on the RegioTram de Occidente began on June 23.
Chinese Communist Party inaugurates communication seminar
June 20 saw the opening of the Communist Party of China’s (CPC) communication seminar entitled “Media Convergence.
Conflicts with indigenous communities and the Chinese MMG Ltd.
The Chinese company, MMG Ltd., is presently facing a conflict with different indigenous communities due to mining expansion projects in Peru.
Nicaraguan vice president welcomes new Chinese ambassador to Nicaragua
Rosario Murillo, Vice President of Nicaragua, welcomed the new ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, Chen Xi, together with his wife, Xhang Qing.
Commemoration of 50 Years of Diplomatic Relations between Guyana and the People’s Republic of China
June 27th marked the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Guyana and the People’s Republic of China. The Chinese Ambassador to Guyana, Guo Haiyan, affirmed that the relationship between the two countries has a bright future.
Costa Rica and the People’s Republic of China strengthen bilateral ties
Costa Rica and the (PRC) reaffirmed ties of friendship and cooperation on the occasion of the visit of Qiu Xiaoqi, Special Representative of the PRC Government for Latin American and Caribbean Affairs, to the country.
Argentina wants to join BRICS with support from China and Brazil
The BRICS group of emerging economies held its annual summit the week beginning June 20. The Argentine government was a special guest at the meeting and once again expressed its interest in participating in the group.
Nicaragua intends to sign a Free Trade Agreement with China by 2023
Nicaraguan Minister of Development, Industry and Commerce, announced that the two countries already have a proposal for a legal framework to negotiate a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with China.
Argentine brand to be installed in the People’s Republic of China through soccer and dairy products
The Argentina brand went a step further and landed in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) through soccer with a firm objective: to maximize trade and fully promote Argentine products in the Chinese market.
Peruvian communities, government, and MMG Ltd. sign truce to restart operations at Las Bambas
After several weeks of conflict at the “Las Bambas” copper mine, on June 9, the indigenous communities agreed to temporarily suspend their protest in order to guarantee the resumption of operations at the mine.
Slowdown in Chinese demand affects Argentine meat exports
Argentina suffered a 7% drop in the volume of its beef exports in the first four months of this year, largely due to a slowdown in demand from the PRC, its main buyer.
China Railway requests new financing model for Amaila Falls hydroelectric project
China Railway has advised the government of Guyana that it cannot enter into a Build Own Operate Transfer (BOOT) model for the construction of the Amaila Falls hydroelectric project.
Valuable cooperation between the People’s Republic of China and Brazil
The 6th meeting of the Sino-Brazilian High Level Commission for Dialogue and Cooperation (COSBAN) was held on May 23, 2022. A large number of ministries and government agencies attended.
Absences of several heads of state and government at the 9th Summit of the Americas
June 6-10, 2022, marked the ninth Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles, California. However, the ninth Summit turned out to be one of the least attended by heads of state and government since its inception in 1994.
El Salvador seeks to deepen exchanges with the People’s Republic of China and Asia-Pacific
The International Forum “El Salvador facing Asia-Pacific” was held on May 26, organized by the Asia-Pacific-Latin America and Caribbean Trade and Investment Promotion Center (AP-LAC Center). Participants agreed that the exchange with the Asian region can boost El Salvador’s growth.
New Ambassadors to Nicaragua and China appointed
Rosario Murillo, informed on June 1st of this year that the PRC has appointed “Chen Xi” as new Resident Ambassador and Plenipotentiary in Nicaragua.
Costa Rica celebrates 15 years of diplomatic ties with the People’s Republic of China
On June 1, 2022, it will be 15 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and Costa Rica.
China donates pandemic prevention materials and office supplies to Royal Grenada Police Force
On May 20, Chinese Ambassador to Grenada Wei Hongtian handed over a batch of pandemic prevention materials and office supplies on behalf of the Chinese Government to the Royal Grenada Police Force (RGPF).
Sinovac to build a vaccine production plant in Bogota, Colombia
The Chinese biopharmaceutical company, Sinovac, will allocate US$100 million for the construction of a vaccine production plant, which is part of a ten-year project that will begin in 2023.
Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in El Salvador announces construction of new stadium
Yamil Bukele, president of INDES, El Salvador’s National Sports Institute, reported on the progress of the construction of the new National Stadium, with funds from the PRC.
China, the main market for Uruguayan beef in 2022
According to the database of the National Meat Institute (INAC), it was reported that China continues to be the main market for Uruguayan meat exports, maintaining its position of recent years.
Brazil is the largest exporter of grains to the People’s Republic of China
With 63.9 million metric tons exported, Brazil became the largest grain supplier to the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
“Demerara Harbour Bridge” in Guyana with China Railway Construction Corporation Limited
The Government of Guyana signed a contract to build a new crossing over the Demerara River, called the Demerara Harbour Bridge, for US$260 million. The project will be carried out by a Chinese joint venture.
Negotiations underway for the purchase of Chinese warplanes
A delegation of Argentine Air Force officers visited the National Air Technology Import and Export Corporation (CATIC) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to continue evaluating the JF-17 Thunder fighter-bomber aircraft.
Bachelet visited the People’s Republic of China
Michelle Bachelet, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, began a six-day official mission to the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
Commemorating the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations between The Bahamas and PCR
A function was held on May 19, 2022 at the Grand Hyatt, Baha Mar, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between The Bahamas and China (PRC).
Wang Yi: “China seeks to strengthen cooperation with Latin America and the Caribbean”
On May 20, China’s State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held telephone conversations with the Foreign Ministers of Uruguay, Ecuador, and Nicaragua.
Argentina and China launched a technology study center
Daniel Filmus, Minister of Science and Technology of Argentina, and Wang Zhigang, Minister of Science and Technology of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), announced the launching of the China-Argentina Bi-National Center for the Study of Innovation and Technology Policies.
Trinidad and Tobago to increase exports to China
During a tour of the Angostura Limited and Trinidad and Tobago Cacao Fino manufacturing facilities, Paula Goppe-Scoon, Minister of Trade and Industry, said that Trinidad and Tobago is actively seeking to increase its exports to China.
Jumbo Jet signs US$40M contract with Chinese company
China’s largest truck supplier, Sinotruk Inc. is to partner with Guyana’s largest importer of these vehicles and agricultural machinery, Jumbo Auto Sales.
Disputes between the Chinese mining company “Las Bambas” and Peruvian indigenous communities
Since April 2022, more than one hundred indigenous residents invaded Las Bambas mine in Peru, owned by MMG Ltd, Chinese resource company.
Chile continues to be the world’s leading cherry producer
Chile continues to be the world’s leading cherry producer, driven by Chinese consumption. The president of the Chilean Federation of Fruit Producers (Fedefruta), Jorge Valenzuela, highlighted the following: “We continue to be number one…”
Justo & Bueno in Colombia will close stores after not receiving resources from Chinese firm to pay off debts
The discount and low-cost chain Justo & Bueno was awaiting a financial injection from the Chinese firm JF Capital. However, on the evening of May 10, the Justo & Bueno chain informed that it regretted that the new owners had not been able to meet the agreed deadlines.
Costa Rica and China negotiate settlement
As part of the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program, Costa Rican and PRC customs authorities met online in April 2022 to continue negotiations for the signing of a Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) between the customs of both countries.
Meeting between Foreign Minister Wang Yi and the Caribbean
The PRC is willing to work with Caribbean countries to jointly promote peaceful development and work out a plan to strengthen relations going forward.
China rejects U.S. position on the Summit of the Americas
Zhao Lijian, China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, urged the United States to abandon its unilateral policy following the decision to exclude Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua from the IX Summit of the Americas to be held in June 2022.
Peru and China reaffirm their strategic alliance
Peru’s Prime Minister, Aníbal Torres, held a meeting with Liang Yu, the Ambassador of China, highlighting the strategic alliance between the two nations. The Chinese representative paid a protocol visit to the Chief of Cabinet to discuss issues of bilateral interest.
Cuba and China strengthen inter-parliamentary relations
The Vice President of the National Assembly of People’s Power (ANPP) and of the Council of State of Cuba, Ana María Mari Machado, held an online meeting on February 21 with the Vice President of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), Wang Chen.
Fourteen Chinese companies to invest in Argentina
The President of Argentina, Alberto Fernandez visited China in February 2022, to meet with President Xi Jinping. The meeting led to a total of 14 Chinese companies signing contracts to invest in Argentina, outside of the Silk Road Agreement, and immediately deploying different economic development projects.
Ecuador seeks to break out of the labyrinth of oil pre-sales with China
Ecuador is still struggling to divest itself of oil pre-sales. Although there are contracts with the oil creditor companies, the Ecuadorian government is looking for a way to change the situation to its advantage. The business meant a loss of almost US$5,000 million for the country.
Chinese firm JF Capital International has bought the Justo & Bueno chain
The shareholding of the retail company Justo & Bueno (J&B) was purchased by the Chinese conglomerate Joining Futures Capital International Limited. The news of the purchase was made official last Thursday, April 19, following the supermarket company’s financial crisis that began in 2021.
China to provide approximately US$60 million for housing program in Nicaragua
As part of the re-establishment of the diplomatic situation between Nicaragua and the People’s Republic of China (PRC), a series of agreements have been signed to benefit the Central American country. Among these is the “great housing program” that has been underway since February 2022.
China announced the new “Disaster Relief Fund for Caribbean countries”
An e-summit was held on Friday, April 29, 2022, where China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced the establishment of a “Disaster Relief Fund for Caribbean countries”. Diplomatic representatives from the following nine nations attended the online meeting: Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, and Barbados.
Chinese Ambassador to Mexico meets with Sergio Gutiérrez Luna
The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China in Mexico, Zhu Qingqiao, met with the President of the Chamber of Deputies, Sergio Gutiérrez Luna to discuss issues of mutual concern, including international cooperation, peace, economic recovery, and the supply of vaccines against COVID-19.
Government of China donated COVID-19 vaccines to Grenada
On April 19, 2022, the COVID-19 vaccines donated by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) arrived at the Maurice Bishop International Airport in St. George, Grenada. The delivery ceremony was attended by Wei Hongtian, the Chinese Ambassador to China, along with Nickolas Steele, the Minister of Health and Social Security, who signed the certificate of delivery for the vaccines.
JBS invests in electric trucks for cargo distribution in Brazil
JBS, the world’s largest meat producer, created a new business unit to rent electric trucks to distribute refrigerated cargo to retail. This initiative will support the company in its plan to reduce carbon emissions, as well as reduce logistics costs in the medium and long term.
The Cao Zhong Zhi Foundation donated assistive devices for people with physical disabilities in Haiti
On April 5th, the Taiwanese charity organization Cao Zhong Zhi Foundation, donated assistive devices for people with physical disabilities in Haiti. This donation was made through the US “Food for the Poor” organization.
Chinese corporation donates 10 lung ventilators to Cuba
The Chinese corporation Hainergy New Energy, part of the Haier group, donated 10 non-invasive pulmonary ventilators to the Cuban Ministry of Public Health, destined for four hospitals in Havana.
Chinese culture promoted in Mexico through poetry
Sun Xintang is a Chinese scholar and writer born in 1975 in Guantao, China. In order to promote his country’s culture in Mexico, Xintang selected and translated seven poems by three different Chinese authors for the digital magazine OtrosDiálogos, which belongs to Colegio de México.
China-Argentina Friendship and Cooperation 2022 Competition
The China Public Diplomacy Association and the Embassy of China in Argentina launched the China-Argentina Friendship and Cooperation Year 2022 Video Contest, as part of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations.
“China from a Costa Rican perspective” contest
The Embassy of China in Costa Rica officially opened a call for entries for its second Vlog contest, “China from a Costa Rican perspective”, as part of the 15th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
China to donate USD 60 million to build 2,932 housing units in Ecuador
On April 11, the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China in Ecuador, Chen Guoyou, joined the President of Ecuador, Guillermo Lasso, in a special program announcing the delivery of 2,932 houses for people who lost their homes in the earthquake in Esmeraldas and Manabí.
China Mastery Colombia 2022
China Mastery Colombia 2022 is an import event that reaches the city of Bogota thanks to Valeria Bernardo to promote entrepreneurship through the business of imports from China and the United States.
China vetoes three Brazilian meat exporters
China’s General Administration of Customs (GACC) suspended imports from two Brazilian beef plants and a Brazilian poultry producer, according to a statement on its website.
Inauguration of the Innovative China-Grenada Friendship Basketball Court
The Opening Ceremony of the Innovative China-Grenada Youth Friendship Basketball Court was held on April 8th at the Youth Center in Grand Anse, St. George’s. This project was funded by the Chinese Embassy in Grenada, and took approximately five weeks to complete.
Panama requests China’s accession to the Canal Neutrality Treaty
On April 4, 2022, Panama’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Érika Mouynes, began her Asian tour in an effort to advance and strengthen bilateral relations with the countries in the region. The first Asian country the Foreign Minister visited was China, where she expressed the importance of maintaining the neutrality of the Panama Canal in light of the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Panama commemorates the 169th anniversary of the arrival of the Chinese community in Panama
The first people of Chinese descent arrived in Panama 169 years ago. Approximately 750 people from China emigrated to Panama to help build railroads. A monument was erected at the lookout point of the Las Americas Bridge to recognize the work and friendship between the two countries.
Venezuela and China review bilateral agenda
The Venezuelan Foreign Minister, Félix Plasencia, announced that he had met with the Ambassador of China, Li Baorong, to review the bilateral agenda with which they seek to deepen the strategic alliance between the two countries.
Chancellor Erika Mouynes begins her Asian tour on April 4, 2022
Panama and the People’s Republic of China have closely linked domestic interests. Both countries strive to make progress on specific issues such as foreign investment, tourism, logistics, financial and commercial sectors, etc. This led Panama’s Foreign Minister, Erika Mouynes, to announce on March 30, 2022 the agenda of her Asian tour, which began the week of April 4, 2022.
BYD takes over transportation in Brazil
The Chinese company BYD, one of the most important companies in clean energy and electric vehicles, presented the first Brazilian-made electric articulated bus in the city of São José dos Campos, State of São Paulo, along with the first monorail train that will be part of one of São Paulo’s subway lines.