BRICS Dialogue Remarks.pdf

President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of development, stating it is the top priority for developing countries and a timeless theme for humanity, with the international community facing formidable challenges in achieving the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. He proposed the Global Development Initiative to focus on development and implement the 2030 Agenda, with China having set up a $4 billion Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund and allocating more resources. China has also deepened practical cooperation, unleashed innovation, and enhanced development resilience, with over 200 cooperation projects and growing cooperation mechanisms in areas like poverty reduction and education. Xi affirmed China's commitment to supporting Africa's development, having provided large amounts of assistance and helped build infrastructure, and announced plans for further cooperation, including providing satellite mapping data and implementing a Smart Customs partnership. He also highlighted the strong friendship between China and South Africa, with a comprehensive strategic partnership and mutual support on core interests.