Brazilian President Michel Temer published a signed article Thursday in the Chinese media ahead of his trip to the Asian country, during which he is expected to meet Chinese leaders, promote Brazil's business opportunities among Chinese entrepreneurs and attend a summit meeting of the BRICS emerging economies.[Special coverage]
The Brazil-China ties are of great strategic importance not only for the two countries, but also for the rest of the world, Temer said.
The bilateral ties are mutually beneficial, with Brazil being a reliable supplier of agricultural products and raw materials and also a secure destination for Chinese investment, the Brazilian leader said.
He expects to have discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang about further enhancement of bilateral trade relations and seeking new ways to bring closer the two peoples.
Brazil hopes to simplify visa procedures, strengthen cultural exchanges and encourage tourism between the two countries, according to Temer's article.
The two countries have jointly safeguarded free trade and voiced strong opposition to protectionist measures, he said, adding that they also abide by rules of the World Trade Organization and stand firm honoring their pledges under the Paris climate deal.
Such identical or similar positions by the two countries on various issues show that they are not simply two countries bound together by their common interests, but crucial stabilizing force in multilateral frameworks.
