China’s ambassador to Brazil speaks out after Brazilian president appears to criticise China.
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The centre will be both a celebration of the relationship between China and Portuguese-speaking countries, and a source of trade information.
Brazil wants to expand ties with China, which is its biggest trading partner and one of the top five investors in the country.
The eco-project – a unique collaboration between Chinese and Brazilian titans – will launch in Rio de Janeiro before spreading further afield.
Analysts forecast a successful IPO when trading starts next month; Chinese side has the option to take a larger stake any time in the next two years.
The e-real could become a fact of life as early as next year, as experts urge the monetary authority to catch up with modern trends.
Energy, the digital economy and health are all promoted as potential areas for extensive future cooperation.
Ambassador highlights Chinese interests in Latin America, and points to vast potential for two-way growth.
The west African republic has already inoculated more than 87,000 people.