Beijing, July 27 (RIA Novosti/GNA) – China and Brazil should jointly promote the high-quality development of expanded BRICS cooperation, Chinese President Xi Jinping said during a phone call with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Monday.
“Both sides should jointly promote the high-quality development of expanded BRICS cooperation, adhere to the correct direction of cooperation, and maintain unity,” the Chinese leader was quoted as saying by China Central Television.
Xi emphasized the need to achieve new practical results and open a new chapter in strengthening solidarity and independent development among countries in the Global South.
The Chinese leader also noted that Beijing supports Brazil in defending its national sovereignty and independence, opposes external interference, and supports Brazil’s contribution to maintaining peace and stability in the region and around the world.
GNA/RIA Novosti