On the morning of November 19, 2024 local time, President Xi Jinping met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro.Xi Jinping noted that he and Olaf Scholz had frank, in-depth and fruitful exchanges during Olaf Scholz's visit to China in April this year. Over the past more than half a year, the two countries have achieved significant results in such fields as green development, sustainable transportation, and agricultural cooperation with Africa. China-Germany relations continue to glow with new vitality and dynamism. Today, the transformation of a scale not seen in a century is accelerating across the world, and global development is at a critical crossroads. As the second and third largest economies in the world, China and Germany are both major countries with significant influence. The two countries need to consolidate China-Germany all-round strategic partnership from a long-term and strategic perspective and continue to write stories of cooperation that lead to mutual success.Xi Jinping stressed that China's policy toward Germany maintains a high degree of stability and continuity, and is ready to work with Germany to respect each other's core interests and major concerns, seek common ground while shelving differences, and learn from each other. China and Germany share highly integrated economic interests, and bilateral cooperation is an opportunity for shared development and a common future. China regards Germany as an important partner in advancing Chinese modernization, and will continue to provide broad market opportunities for German companies. Both sides should focus on upgrading cooperation through digitalization, intelligence and low-carbon action, and work together to explore third-party markets to achieve win-win cooperation. China regards Europe as an important pole in a multi-polar world and is committed to cooperating with Europe to jointly meet challenges and promote the sustained, steady and sound development of China-EU relations. The European Union's imposition of additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles has drawn global attention. China always stays committed to resolving differences through dialogue and negotiation and hopes Germany will continue to play an important role in this regard.Olaf Scholz said that since his last visit to China, the Germany-China relationship has made positive progress. Under the current complex international situation, it is of great importance for Germany and China to strengthen communication and cooperation. The German side hopes to further develop the all-round strategic partnership with China, strengthen bilateral and multilateral dialogue and cooperation in the spirit of equality, frankness and mutual respect, properly resolve differences, achieve mutual benefit and win-win results, and contribute to world economic recovery, growth and common prosperity. He expressed the hope that the EU and China will solve the issue of electric vehicles as soon as possible through dialogue and negotiation. The German side is willing to make positive efforts in this regard.The two sides also had an exchange of views on the Ukraine crisis, the situation in the Middle East and other hotspot issues.Cai Qi and Wang Yi, among others, were present at the meeting.

On the morning of November 19, 2024 local time, President Xi Jinping met with French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro.Xi Jinping said that both China and France are independent, mature and responsible major countries. The bilateral relationship is of unique strategic significance and global influence. In May this year, they outlined a vision for China-France relations in the next 60 years and spoke with one voice on global challenges and hotspot issues, which has had a wide and positive impact on the international community. The current international situation is undergoing many new changes. Leading the international community in addressing global challenges with unity is a shared responsibility of major countries like China and France. The two sides should deepen strategic communication, strengthen mutual support, maintain the momentum of the steady and positive development of China-France relations, and make greater contributions to the sound development of China-EU relations and world peace and stability.Xi Jinping stressed that China is ready to continue to strengthen high-level exchanges with France, continuously deepen cultural, educational, sub-national and youth exchanges and cooperation, and promote closer ties between the two peoples. The Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee has launched a new round of reform and opening-up in China, which will provide new opportunities for China-France cooperation and broad prospects for practical cooperation between the two sides. Xi Jinping expressed the hope that the two sides will make good use of mechanisms such as the High-Level Economic and Financial Dialogue and the Joint Committee on Economy and Trade to tap the potential of cooperation, complement each other's strengths, properly resolve differences and achieve mutual benefit and win-win results.Emmanuel Macron said that President Xi Jinping paid a successful visit to France in May this year. They jointly celebrated the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between France and China. The world today is full of instabilities and uncertainties. France is willing to work with China to earnestly implement the common understandings reached between the two heads of state, continue to strengthen high-level exchanges, enhance people-to-people exchanges, continue traditional friendship and forge a new type of state-to-state relations. France adheres to strategic independence and is willing to engage in dialogue and cooperation with China in the spirit of mutual respect, properly handle economic and trade disputes, maintain the sound and steady development of bilateral economic and trade relations, and strengthen cooperation in climate change, global governance of artificial intelligence and other fields.The two sides had an exchange of views on the Ukraine crisis. Xi Jinping pointed out that China's position on the Ukraine crisis is consistent. China hopes for a de-escalation of the conflict, doesn't want to see the spillover of the crisis or the escalation of the war, and will continue to play a constructive role in its own way to promote a ceasefire and an end to the war.Cai Qi and Wang Yi, among others, attended the meeting.

On November 18, 2024, an exhibition entitled "Tang China – A Cosmopolitan Dynasty (7th-10th Century)" was inaugurated at France's Guimet National Museum of Asian Arts. Chinese President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron have respectively inscribed prefaces to the exhibition.Xi Jinping noted that this year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France. During his visit to France in May this year, China and France reached an agreement to hold an exhibition of Tang Dynasty cultural relics at France's Guimet National Museum of Asian Arts. Xi Jinping said he was glad to see that the exhibition entitled "Tang China – A Cosmopolitan Dynasty (7th-10th Century)" was inaugurated as scheduled, thanks to the joint efforts of cultural relics experts from the two countries.Xi Jinping pointed out that the Tang Dynasty was one of the most prosperous dynasties in Chinese history, characterized by a prosperous economy, flourishing culture, intellectual inclusiveness, grand artistic achievements, and ethnic integration. The cultural influence of the Tang Dynasty extended across Asia and spread to Europe through the Silk Road. The Tang Dynasty's achievements in poetry, painting, and gold and silver ware are still widely acclaimed by people today. Xi Jinping expressed the belief that this exhibition will help the French and other European audiences gain a vivid understanding of the brilliant, confident and open atmosphere of the Tang Dynasty and experience the unique charm of Chinese civilization.Xi Jinping pointed out that both the Chinese and French nations have a long history and splendid culture. The peoples of both countries have long admired and been drawn to each other, with a history of friendly exchanges that stretches back through the ages. The two sides should seek inspiration from history and culture, deepen exchanges and mutual learning in culture, and strengthen cooperation in cultural heritage preservation. Both should prosper individually and together, integrating historical emotions and contemporary spirits into China-France friendship, and making the China-France comprehensive strategic partnership more solid and vibrant.President Emmanuel Macron stated that in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between France and China, as well as the Year of Culture and Tourism, the Guimet National Museum of Asian Arts will host a grand exhibition of Tang Dynasty cultural relics. The Tang Dynasty holds a special place in the history of Chinese civilization, with its brilliant culture and incredible creative vitality. Through the Silk Road, the Tang Dynasty actively engaged in foreign exchanges, creating stunning artistic treasures. This historically significant exhibition once again highlights the vibrant cultural exchanges between France and China, which will continue to play an important role in the development of bilateral relations.This exhibition, guided by China's National Cultural Heritage Administration and the French Ministry of Culture, showcases over 200 pieces or sets of exquisite cultural relics from 32 cultural and museum institutions in 10 provinces, provincial-level regions and cities in China.

On the afternoon of November 18 local time, President Xi Jinping continued to attend the 19th G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.During discussions on "reform of global governance institutions" at the second session of the summit, President Xi Jinping delivered important remarks entitled "Working Together for a Fair and Equitable Global Governance System."President Xi Jinping pointed out that it has been 16 years since the G20 Summit was launched. Proceeding from a new starting point, the G20 needs to build on its past achievements and continue to act as a force to improve global governance and move history forward. It is important to keep in mind that mankind lives in a community with a shared future, see each other's development as opportunities rather than challenges, and view each other as partners rather than rivals. It is important to observe the basic norms of international relations underpinned by the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter and defend the international order based on international law. Greater international consensus could be built to promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization.First, the G20 needs to improve global economic governance and build a world economy characterized by cooperation. The G20 should stay committed to strengthening global economic partnerships, reinforcing macro policy coordination, cultivating new quality productive forces, creating a ballast for macro policy coordination, and foster an open, inclusive, and nondiscriminatory environment for international economic cooperation. It is also important to create a clean business environment by upholding a zero-tolerance stance against corruption and stepping up international cooperation on fugitive repatriation and asset recovery.Second, the G20 needs to improve global financial governance and build a world economy characterized by stability. The voice and representation of developing countries should be increased, and the World Bank should carry out shareholding review and the International Monetary Fund should carry out quota share realignment in line with the agreed timeframe and roadmap. Joint efforts are needed to keep the international financial market stable and prevent negative spillover of domestic monetary policy adjustments. Developed countries should fulfill their responsibilities in this regard. It is important to enhance the systems for financial risks monitoring, early warning and handling, and strengthen the global financial safety net to better meet the green financing needs of developing countries.Third, the G20 needs to improve global trade governance and build a world economy characterized by openness. It is important to press ahead with reforming the World Trade Organization (WTO), oppose protectionism, avoid politicizing economic issues, avoid fragmenting the global market, avoid taking protectionist moves in the name of green and low-carbon development and work together to build industrial and supply chain partnerships that are more equal, inclusive and constructive.Fourth, the G20 needs to improve global digital governance and build a world economy characterized by innovation. It is important to lead digital transition, the deep integration of the digital economy and the real economy, and rules-making in emerging areas. International governance and cooperation on artificial intelligence (AI) should be strengthened, to make sure that AI is for good and for all. China will hold another world AI conference in 2025 and welcomes the participation of fellow G20 members.Fifth, the G20 needs to improve global ecological governance and build a world economy characterized by eco-friendliness. It is important to honor the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities, and fully and effectively implement the Paris Agreement and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Developed countries should provide developing countries with the necessary funding, technology and capacity-building support. There needs to be joint support for the ongoing and upcoming U.N. conferences on climate change and desertification to achieve positive outcomes. It is important to follow the approach of "establishing the new before abolishing the old," and replace traditional energy with clean energy in a stable and well-ordered way, as the green and low-carbon transition of the world economy is expedited. China stands ready to continue to deepen international cooperation with all sides on green infrastructure, green energy, green mining and green transport, and will provide support to developing countries to the best of its ability.President Xi Jinping pointed out that global security governance is part and parcel of global governance. The G20 should support the U.N. and its Security Council in playing a greater role, and support all efforts conducive to the peaceful settlement of crises. It is important to seek a political settlement to the Ukraine crisis and work to stop fighting and end the war in Gaza at an early date, and provide support for easing the humanitarian crisis in the region and for postwar reconstruction. It is important to implement the two-State solution and restore Palestine's legitimate national rights.In conclusion, President Xi Jinping stated that the G20 needs to stay committed to its founding mission and make a fresh start from Rio de Janeiro, carry forward partnership, practice true multilateralism, and usher in a better future of common development and prosperity.President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil chaired the meeting.The G20 Rio de Janeiro Leaders' Declaration was adopted at the summit.Cai Qi and Wang Yi attended the above event.

On the afternoon of November 18, 2024 local time, President Xi Jinping met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro.Xi Jinping once again congratulated Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo on becoming the first female president in the history of Mexico. Xi Jinping recalled his visit to Mexico in 2013, which he said had left a deep and unforgettable impression. Noting that China and Mexico have time-honored traditional friendship, Xi said both sides should continue to enhance exchanges, renew friendship, make good use of the highly complementary nature of the two economies, constantly advance practical cooperation and push for all-round development of bilateral relations in the new era. China and Mexico share similar views and ideas on many international issues, and both countries advocate a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization. China is ready to work with Mexico to uphold multilateralism and international fairness and justice to inject positive energy into the development of the world economy.Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo expressed her pleasure in meeting President Xi Jinping, saying that she fully agrees with Xi's assessment of the relationship between the two countries. Although Mexico and China are far apart in distance, their ties are very close. Many Chinese companies operate in Mexico, including participating in the construction of major infrastructure projects in Mexico City. She also expressed gratitude for China's strong and sincere assistance during Mexico's difficult times such as when it was hit by hurricanes, which is a strong testimony to the friendship between the two peoples. Both Mexico and China are committed to upholding multilateralism. Mexico is willing to work with China to tap into potential and further expand cooperation in various fields.Cai Qi and Wang Yi, among others, attended the meeting.

On the morning of November 19, 2024 local time, President Xi Jinping met with Bolivian President Luis Arce on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro.Xi Jinping noted that China and Bolivia are good friends and good brothers. Bilateral relations have maintained a sound momentum of development in recent years. The two sides have firmly supported each other on issues concerning their respective core interests and major concerns, and Belt and Road cooperation has yielded fruitful results, bringing tangible benefits to the two peoples. China supports Bolivia in independently exploring a development path suited to its national conditions, and is ready to take the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Bolivia next year as an opportunity to carry forward its traditional friendship with Bolivia, deepen strategic mutual trust, expand mutually beneficial cooperation, and bring the China-Bolivia strategic partnership to a new height.Xi Jinping stressed that the two sides should strengthen exchanges between governments, legislatures and political parties as well as at the sub-nation level, carry out in-depth exchanges on governance experience, synergize the Belt and Road Initiative with Bolivia's 2025 development plan, expand cooperation in infrastructure development, plateau agriculture, green development, digital economy and other fields, and deepen coordination within multilateral mechanisms such as the United Nations and BRICS, to promote unity, self-improvement and common development of Global South countries. China supports the integration-building of the Latin American region and is ready to work with Bolivia to strengthen the building of the mechanism of the China-CELAC Forum.Hailing the profound brotherly friendship between Bolivia and China, Luis Arce expressed gratitude to China for helping Bolivia overcome the COVID-19 pandemic and for promoting Bolivia's economic and social development. Under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, remarkable achievements in Chinese modernization have been made, providing important experiences and guidance for the development of Bolivia and other countries. Luis Arce congratulated President Xi Jinping on the recent opening of Chancay Port in Peru. He said Bolivia is willing to jointly celebrate the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with China next year, further deepen their strategic partnership, and strengthen cooperation in such areas as infrastructure connectivity, so as to boost Bolivia's national development and improve the well-being of its people. Bolivia is willing to enhance cooperation with China within multilateral frameworks such as BRICS and the China-CELAC Forum.Cai Qi and Wang Yi, among others, attended the meeting.

Remarks by H.E. Xi JinpingPresident of the People's Republic of ChinaOn Reform of the Institutions of Global Governance At Session II of the 19th G20 SummitRio de Janeiro, November 18, 2024Your Excellency President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva,Colleagues,It has been 16 years since the G20 Summit was launched. Over the years, we have worked in solidarity to tackle the global financial crisis, promoted cooperation on global economy, finance and trade, and steered the world economy onto the track of recovery. We have worked in concert to face global challenges head-on, be it climate change or the COVID-19 pandemic, spearheaded technological transformation, and kept renewing the G20's responsibilities and missions. We have worked in unison to improve global governance, strengthened macroeconomic policy coordination, pressed ahead with reforming the international financial institutions, and championed international cooperation in the spirit of equal consultation and mutual benefit.Proceeding from a new starting point, the G20 needs to build on its past achievements and continue to act as a force to improve global governance and move history forward. We should keep in mind that mankind lives in a community with a shared future, see each other's development as opportunities rather than challenges, and view each other as partners rather than rivals. We should observe the basic norms of international relations underpinned by the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter and defend the international order based on international law. In light of the G20's mandate, we could build greater international consensus in the economic, financial, trade, digital and eco-environmental fields, among others, to improve global governance and promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization.First, we need to improve global economic governance and build a world economy characterized by cooperation. We have developed the G20 comprehensive growth strategies and established a framework for strong, sustainable, balanced and inclusive growth. We should stay committed to strengthening global economic partnerships, reinforcing macro policy coordination in fiscal, financial, monetary and structural reform policies, cultivating new quality productive forces, and raising total factor productivity, in a bid to open up more possibilities for the global economy. It is important to make good use of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meetings, let them serve as a ballast for macro policy coordination, and foster an open, inclusive, and nondiscriminatory environment for international economic cooperation. As main creditors, international financial institutions and commercial creditors need to take part in debt reduction and suspension for developing countries. It is also important to create a clean business environment by upholding a zero-tolerance stance against corruption, stepping up international cooperation on fugitive repatriation and asset recovery, and denying safe haven to corrupt officials and their assets.Second, we need to improve global financial governance and build a world economy characterized by stability. To increase the voice and representation of developing countries, the World Bank should carry out shareholding review and the International Monetary Fund should carry out quota share realignment in line with the agreed timeframe and roadmap. Joint efforts are needed to keep the international financial market stable and prevent negative spillover of domestic monetary policy adjustments. Developed countries should fulfill their responsibilities in this regard. It is important to enhance the systems for financial risks monitoring, early warning and handling, reinforce cooperation in such areas as digital currency and taxation, and strengthen the global financial safety net. The G20 Sustainable Finance Roadmap should be implemented at a faster pace to better meet the green financing needs of developing countries.Third, we need to improve global trade governance and build a world economy characterized by openness. We should place development at the center of the international economic and trade agenda, and steadily advance trade and investment liberalization and facilitation. We should press ahead with reforming the World Trade Organization (WTO), oppose unilateralism and protectionism, restore the normal functioning of the dispute settlement mechanism as soon as possible, include the Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement into the WTO legal framework, and reach early consensus on the e-commerce agreement. We should work actively to keep the WTO rules relevant, both addressing long-pending issues and exploring the formulation of new, future-oriented rules, to enhance the authority, efficacy and relevance of the multilateral trading system. It is important to avoid politicizing economic issues, avoid fragmenting the global market, and avoid taking protectionist moves in the name of green and low-carbon development. Two years ago, China and Indonesia, together with some other countries, launched the Initiative of International Cooperation on Resilient and Stable Industrial and Supply Chains, calling for industrial and supply chain partnerships that are more equal, inclusive and constructive. We stand ready for closer cooperation with all sides on this initiative.Fourth, we need to improve global digital governance and build a world economy characterized by innovation. We should strengthen the function of the G20 Digital Economy Ministers' Meeting, and let it play a leading role in digital transition, the deep integration of the digital economy and the real economy, and rules-making in emerging areas. We should step up international governance and cooperation on artificial intelligence (AI), to make sure that AI is for good and for all, not a game of the rich countries and the wealthy. China hosted the 2024 World AI Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance, and issued the Shanghai Declaration on Global AI Governance. Together with other parties, China promoted the adoption of a U.N. General Assembly resolution on enhancing international cooperation on AI capacity-building. China will hold another world AI conference in 2025 and welcomes the participation of fellow G20 members.Fifth, we need to improve global ecological governance and build a world economy characterized by eco-friendliness. We should honor the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities, and fully and effectively implement the Paris Agreement and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework for the sake of man's harmonious coexistence with nature. Developed countries should provide developing countries with the necessary funding, technology and capacity-building support. The recently concluded U.N. Biodiversity Conference produced important consensus. We should jointly support the ongoing and upcoming U.N. conferences on climate change and desertification in achieving positive outcomes. Energy transition and energy security is a major issue. We should follow the approach of "establishing the new before abolishing the old," and replace traditional energy with clean energy in a stable and well-ordered way, as we expedite the green and low-carbon transition of the world economy. China stands ready to continue to deepen international cooperation with all sides on green infrastructure, green energy, green mining and green transport, and will provide support to developing countries to the best of its ability.Global security governance is part and parcel of global governance. The G20 should support the U.N. and its Security Council in playing a greater role, and support all efforts conducive to the peaceful settlement of crises. To deescalate the Ukraine crisis and seek a political settlement, we should follow the principles of no expansion of the battlefields, no escalation of hostilities and no fanning flames. China and Brazil, together with some other Global South countries, launched the group of "friends for peace" on the Ukraine crisis, with the goal of bringing together more voices for peace. The fighting in Gaza has inflicted deep suffering on the people. It is urgent for all sides to stop fighting, end the war, and provide support for easing the humanitarian crisis in the region and for postwar reconstruction. The fundamental way out of the cycle of Palestinian-Israeli conflict lies in the implementation of the two-State solution, the restoration of Palestine's legitimate national rights, and the establishment of an independent State of Palestine.Colleagues,Let us renew our commitment to the founding mission of the G20, and make a fresh start from Rio de Janeiro. Let us carry forward partnership, practice true multilateralism, and usher in a better future of common development and prosperity.Thank you.

On the morning of November 18 local time, President Xi Jinping attended the 19th G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.During discussions on "fight against hunger and poverty" at the first session of the summit, President Xi Jinping delivered important remarks entitled "Building a Just World of Common Development."President Xi Jinping pointed out that transformation of a scale not seen in a century is accelerating across the world today, and humanity faces unprecedented opportunities and challenges. As leaders of major countries, G20 leaders should not let their vision be blocked by fleeting clouds. Rather, they must see the world as one community with a shared future, and shoulder their responsibility for history, take historical initiative and move history forward. At the Hangzhou Summit, China placed development at the center of the G20's macroeconomic policy coordination for the first time. The Rio Summit this year has chosen the theme "Building a Just World and a Sustainable Planet," and decides to establish a Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty. From Hangzhou to Rio, G20 leaders have been working for one and the same goal, that is, to build a just world of common development.To build such a world, it is important to channel more resources to such fields as trade, investment and development cooperation, and strengthen development institutions. There should be more bridges of cooperation, and less "small yard, high fences," so that more and more developing countries will be better off and achieve modernization. It is important to support developing countries in adopting sustainable production and lifestyle, properly responding to challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss and environmental pollution, enhancing ecological conservation, and achieving harmony between man and nature. It is important to foster an open, inclusive and nondiscriminatory environment for international economic cooperation, promote a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, energize sustainable development with new technologies, new industries and new business forms, and support developing countries in better integrating in digital, smart and green development to bridge the North-South gap. It is important to stay committed to multilateralism, and uphold the U.N.-centered international system, the international order underpinned by international law and the basic norms of international relations based on the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter.President Xi Jinping underscored that China's development is an important part of the common development of the world. China has lifted 800 million people out of poverty, and met the poverty reduction target of the U.N.'s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development ahead of schedule. These achievements are the fruit of the strenuous, unified efforts of the Chinese government and people. China always places the people front and center, and solemnly declares that "not a single poor region or person should be left behind." China tackles poverty by making targeted policies, facilitating growth, fostering industries with distinctive features in various localities, and promoting common prosperity. China's story is proof that developing countries can eliminate poverty, that a weaker bird can start early and fly high, when there is the endurance, perseverance, and striving spirit that enables water drops to penetrate rocks over time and turns blueprints into reality. If China can make it, other developing countries can make it too. This is what China's battle against poverty says to the world.President Xi Jinping stressed that China will always be a member of the Global South, a reliable long-term partner of fellow developing countries, and a doer and go-getter working for the cause of global development. China will go hand in hand with fellow developing countries toward modernization.President Xi Jinping presented eight actions by China to support global development.First, pursuing high-quality Belt and Road cooperation. China is moving ahead with the development of the multidimensional Belt and Road connectivity network, one that is led by the building of a green Silk Road and will empower a digital Silk Road.Second, implementing the Global Development Initiative. China will make sure the Global South research center that is being built is fit for purpose, continue to support developing countries, and deepen practical cooperation in areas such as poverty reduction, food security and the digital economy.Third, supporting development in Africa. At the Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Beijing, China unveiled ten partnership actions on joining hands with Africa to advance modernization over the next three years and committed financial support in this connection.Fourth, supporting international cooperation on poverty reduction and food security. China has decided to join the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty. China supports the G20 in continuing to convene the Development Ministerial Meeting, and will stay a committed host of the International Conference on Food Loss and Waste.Fifth, China, alongside Brazil, South Africa and the African Union, is proposing an Initiative on International Cooperation in Open Science to help the Global South gain better access to global advances in science, technology and innovation. Sixth, supporting the G20 in carrying out practical cooperation for the benefit of the Global South. China supports the work of the Entrepreneurship Research Center on G20 Economies based in Beijing, and supports cooperation on digital education and the digitization of museums and ancient archives.Seventh, implementing the G20 Anti-Corruption Action Plan. China is strengthening cooperation with fellow developing countries in fugitive repatriation and asset recovery, denial of safe haven, and anti-corruption capacity building.Eighth, China is pursuing high-standard opening up, and unilaterally opening its doors wider to the least developed countries (LDCs). China has announced the decision to give all LDCs having diplomatic relations with China zero-tariff treatment for 100 percent tariff lines.In conclusion, President Xi Jinping stated that a journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. China is ready to take steps together with all parties to build a just world of common development, leave poverty in the past, and turn vision into reality.President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil chaired the meeting.Before the start of the summit, President Xi Jinping, together with other participating leaders, attended the launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty initiated by Brazil.Cai Qi and Wang Yi attended the above events.

On the morning of November 18, 2024 local time, President Xi Jinping met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro.Xi Jinping noted that in November last year, they had in-depth discussions in Beijing on strategic and overarching issues critical to the direction of the long-term development of China-Australia relations. Over the past year and more, the two countries have maintained close communication and exchanges at all levels, actively promoted the implementation of the important common understandings reached between them, and achieved positive progress. There is no fundamental conflict of interests between China and Australia. As long as the two sides adhere to mutual respect, treat each other as equals and seek common ground while shelving differences, China-Australia relations will surely develop well. China is ready to work with Australia to build a more mature, stable and fruitful China-Australia comprehensive strategic partnership to inject more stability and certainty into the region and the world.Xi Jinping noted that a record high of more than 250 Australian companies participated in this year's China International Import Expo, which is a vote of confidence by Australian companies in China's economy and cooperation between the two countries. The two sides should continue to expand the pattern of win-win cooperation. China is ready to import more quality Australian products and encourage Chinese companies to invest and do business in Australia. Xi Jinping expressed the hope that the Australian side will provide a fair, transparent and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese companies. Both China and Australia support and safeguard economic globalization and free trade. The two sides should strengthen coordination and cooperation, oppose protectionism, and encourage other countries to share opportunities and benefits through opening-up and achieve common development.Anthony Albanese said that it gives him great pleasure to meet with President Xi Jinping again on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Australia-China comprehensive strategic partnership. He said that since his visit to China last year, the Australia-China relationship has made encouraging progress in trade and other areas, bringing tangible benefits to the two peoples. The Australian side adheres to the one-China policy, opposes "decoupling", advocates promoting economic globalization and hopes to strengthen cooperation with China in energy transition and climate change. China's development has made important contributions to the long-term stability and growth of the Asia-Pacific region. Australia appreciates China's important role in APEC and other multilateral mechanisms, supports China's role as the host of APEC in 2026, and is willing to strengthen multilateral communication with China to promote regional peace, stability, prosperity and development.Cai Qi and Wang Yi, among others, attended the meeting.

On the morning of November 18, 2024 local time, President Xi Jinping met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro.Xi Jinping noted that the world has entered a new period of turbulence and transformation. China and the UK, both as permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and major economies in the world, share the responsibilities of advancing their respective national development and addressing global challenges. Both sides should stick to the positioning of strategic partnership, adhere to mutual respect, openness and cooperation, and exchanges and mutual learning, strive for mutual benefit and win-win outcomes, and jointly write the next chapter in the sound and stable development of China-UK relations.Xi Jinping emphasized that while China and the UK differ in history, culture, values, ideas and social systems, the two countries share extensive common interests. The two sides should adopt a rational and objective perspective on each other's development, strengthen strategic communication and enhance political mutual trust to ensure the steady, substantial and enduring development of China-UK relations. The two countries enjoy vast space for cooperation in such areas as trade and investment, clean energy, financial services, healthcare and people's well-being, which should be further expanded to better benefit the people of both nations. The two sides should promote the political settlement of hotspot issues, strengthen global governance on artificial intelligence, and contribute to advancing world economic growth and achieving the common development of all countries.Keir Starmer said that the UK and China share extensive common interests and bear significant responsibilities in addressing global challenges and safeguarding world peace and development. An enduring and strong UK-China relationship is vital not only for the two countries but also for the world at large. The UK hopes to strengthen dialogue with China, enhance mutual understanding and carry out exchanges and cooperation in a wide range of areas, including economy and trade, science and technology, finance, health and medical care, education, and climate change response in the spirit of mutual respect, equality and candor. Both the UK and China are committed to multilateralism, and the UK is willing to enhance multilateral communication and coordination with China to push for the political settlement of regional hotspot issues.Cai Qi and Wang Yi, among others, attended the meeting.