On February 18, 2025, Wang Yi met with Bolivia’s Foreign Minister Celinda Sosa Lunda at the UN, highlighting the progress in China-Bolivia relations. Key topics included the 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties, increased Chinese investment, and Bolivia’s status as a BRICS partner. Both nations aim to enhance cooperation in various sectors and reaffirmed their commitment to sovereignty and the Global South.
On February 18, 2025, Wang Yi, China’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Celinda Sosa Lunda, Bolivia’s Foreign Minister, at the United Nations headquarters in New York. During this meeting, Wang Yi emphasized the importance of the dialogue between President Xi Jinping and President Luis Arce. He noted that their discussions last November fostered mutual trust and established the direction for advancing bilateral relations between the two nations.
This year is noteworthy as it marks both the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Bolivia and the 200th anniversary of Bolivia’s independence. Wang Yi expressed China’s readiness to collaborate with Bolivia to enhance mutually beneficial initiatives and elevate their strategic partnership. He highlighted China’s support for its enterprises to invest in Bolivia, thereby accelerating its development and improving the wellbeing of its citizens.
Wang Yi congratulated Bolivia on becoming a partner country within BRICS and expressed support for Bolivia’s increased engagement in international and regional matters. He affirmed that Latin America is the home of its people, not merely a battleground for any external power, stressing China’s support for Latin American nations to maintain their sovereignty and dignity. China aims to be a steadfast ally for Latin America and is prepared to collaborate with Bolivia and other countries for the 10th anniversary of the China-CELAC Forum.
Foreign Minister Sosa acknowledged the strong bilateral ties between Bolivia and China. She mentioned the productive meeting between the heads of states in late 2024, which solidified vital mutual agreements and invigorated cooperation across various sectors, including trade and technology. She expressed Bolivia’s eagerness for increased Chinese investment, underscoring the significant potential for collaboration between the two countries. Sosa reiterated Bolivia’s commitment to prioritizing its diplomatic relations with China and adhering to the one-China policy, also highlighting that both nations are devoted members of the Global South, aspiring to expand cooperation through BRICS and the China-CELAC Forum.
The recent meeting between Wang Yi and Celinda Sosa Lunda illustrates a commitment to enhancing China-Bolivia relations. Both sides recognized significant anniversaries that serve as a backdrop for increased collaboration in various sectors, including investment, technology, and regional cooperation. With Bolivia’s accession to BRICS and its prioritization of ties with China, both nations are keen to strengthen their partnership for mutual benefit, reinforcing their roles within the Global South.
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