Core Points - China has officially become an observer state of the Andean Community (CAN), which is significant for enhancing cooperation between China and CAN member countries [1][2] - The membership will facilitate better policy communication and economic integration, particularly benefiting the Belt and Road Initiative in the Andean region [2] - The deepening of political and economic cooperation is expected to promote cultural exchanges, laying a foundation for further collaboration [2][3] Summary by Sections - **China's Role and Significance** China is recognized for its important role in global governance, and its acceptance as an observer state is seen as a historic milestone that will promote cooperation and sustainable development in the region [1][3] - **Economic Cooperation** The relationship between China and CAN member countries is expected to deepen, with existing agreements such as free trade agreements with Peru and Ecuador paving the way for potential agreements with Colombia and Bolivia [2] - **South-South Cooperation** The necessity for South-South cooperation is emphasized, with China's involvement in CAN expected to enhance collaboration and strengthen the collective interests of developing countries [3]

Group 1: U.S. Soybean Market Impact - China has completely stopped purchasing U.S. soybeans, which was unexpected for the U.S. market, leading to a significant shift in trade dynamics [2][4] - Historically, China imported around 100 million tons of soybeans annually, with domestic production at approximately 20 million tons; this year, over 70% of imports came from Brazil [2] - The share of U.S. soybeans in China's imports has drastically decreased from 57% in 2017 to 42% in 2024, with a sudden halt in purchases resulting in a substantial loss of market share for the U.S. [5] Group 2: Argentina's Role - Argentina, despite receiving U.S. financial aid, has increased its soybean exports to China, shipping 30 to 40 vessels in a short period, which has severely impacted U.S. soybean trade [4] - This move by Argentina may indicate a strategic alignment with China and BRICS nations, aiming to re-enter a trade network centered around China [4] Group 3: Global Trade Dynamics - The halt in Chinese soybean purchases has led to a supply glut in the U.S., causing prices to plummet and forcing other countries to wait for discounted offers before purchasing [5] - The trend is shifting towards South American countries as primary suppliers, indicating a long-term replacement of U.S. soybeans in the global market [5] Group 4: U.S.-China Trade Relations - The U.S. government's unilateral trade actions, particularly under Trump's administration, lack a cohesive global economic strategy, making it vulnerable to targeted responses from China [9] - China is using key commodities like rare earths and soybeans as leverage in trade negotiations, complicating U.S. efforts to secure these resources [9][10] Group 5: Broader Economic Implications - If U.S. hostility continues, China has various economic tools at its disposal to respond, potentially affecting U.S. tech companies and their supply chains [10] - China's zero-tariff policy towards Africa is reshaping international economic relations, encouraging African nations to align their trade practices with Chinese demands [11] - The potential for a collective response from developing countries against U.S. trade practices could significantly impact U.S. economic interests globally [11]

Core Insights - The "China-UN Global South Development Support Mechanism" has been officially launched to enhance South-South and trilateral cooperation, aiming to accelerate the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals [1][2] - The mechanism is backed by an initial seed funding of $10 million, focusing on practical projects and initiatives in developing countries, particularly targeting the most vulnerable nations [1][3] Group 1 - The mechanism aims to create stronger executable projects and amplify effects through practical cooperation in technology and capacity building [1][3] - It will prioritize support for the least developed countries, landlocked developing countries, and small island developing states, complementing China's "Global Development Initiative" and the Belt and Road Initiative [1][2] - The operational design emphasizes flexibility, catalytic financing, and inclusivity, supporting small-scale, demand-driven, and rapid-response projects [2][3] Group 2 - The focus areas include green resilient development, digital transformation, risk mitigation, sustainable industrialization, and economic empowerment of youth and women [3] - The mechanism will leverage technical cooperation and capacity building, ensuring alignment with countries' self-determined priorities for inclusive, sustainable, and scalable outcomes [3] - It aims to generate demonstrative projects to accumulate experience and create paradigms for broader replication, injecting new momentum into the acceleration of the 2030 Agenda [3]

南方财经 21世纪经济报道记者周蕊 纽约报道 联合国南南合作办公室9月29日发布消息称，中国政府与该办公室正式启动"中国—联合国全球南南发展 支持机制"。这一机制旨在通过更加务实的南南与三方合作，加快推进联合国可持续发展目标的落实与 落地，力求在项目层面形成更强的可执行性与放大效应。 该机制的推出，源自2024年11月在上海举办的第七届中国国际进口博览会期间，中华人民共和国商务部 与联合国南南合作办公室签署的合作意向声明。在此框架下，机制以首批1000万美元作为"种子资金"， 重点支持发展中国家在技术合作、能力建设等领域的务实项目与倡议，力图以小切口、可复制的做法撬 动更大规模的合作资源。机制将优先关注最脆弱国家群体，包括最不发达国家、内陆发展中国家和小岛 屿发展中国家，并与中国提出的"全球发展倡议"和共建"一带一路"倡议形成互补与协同，以服务联合国 2030年可持续发展议程的总体目标。 联合国南南合作办公室主任迪玛·哈提卜表示，中国—联合国全球南南发展支持机制的启动，标志着中 国在加速南南合作与三方合作、助力实现可持续发展目标方面又迈出关键一步。中国是联合国南南合作 办公室的长期合作伙伴，也是联合国南南合作 ...

Core Points - The global development initiative proposed by President Xi Jinping emphasizes "development priority" and aims to implement the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, with a key focus on poverty alleviation [1] - The significance of poverty reduction cooperation between China and ASEAN countries lies in its role as a strategic measure for regional stability and common development, enhancing livelihoods and development capabilities [1][2] - China's poverty reduction cooperation with ASEAN is a concrete implementation of the "development priority" principle, leveraging China's experiences in targeted poverty alleviation, digital agriculture, and rural financial support to meet the development needs of ASEAN countries [1] Summary by Sections - **Poverty Alleviation Focus**: The global development initiative prioritizes poverty alleviation as a key area of cooperation, reflecting a commitment to sustainable development goals [1] - **Regional Cooperation**: The cooperation between China and ASEAN is not only an economic partnership but also a strategic initiative to foster regional stability and development [1][2] - **Practical Implementation**: China's approach to poverty alleviation includes sharing experiences, capacity building, and investment, serving as a model for other developing countries [2] - **Inclusive Development**: The cooperation exemplifies the initiative's emphasis on "inclusive and equitable" development, showcasing practical solutions for global governance [2]

Core Insights - The strong growth of China-Africa trade is attributed to shared historical experiences and missions, with significant increases in trade volumes and diversification of trade products [1][2][3] - China's imports from Africa's least developed countries reached $39.66 billion, a year-on-year increase of 10.2%, highlighting Africa's growing importance in China's overall foreign trade [1] - The shift in Africa's trade focus from traditional partners in Europe to China is seen as a natural evolution due to changing global economic dynamics [2][3] Trade Growth Factors - The deepening political and economic ties between China and Africa have led to a natural increase in trade, with China's stable economic growth further facilitating this process [2][3] - The diversification of Africa's export products, including higher value-added goods, is essential for sustaining trade growth and economic development [4][6] - The introduction of "innovative financing" by China aims to enhance Africa's trade capabilities and promote sustainable development, countering narratives of "debt traps" [4][6] Investment Trends - Chinese investments in Africa have evolved from labor-intensive sectors to high-tech and financial services, reflecting changes in both economies' structures [3][4] - The emphasis on manufacturing cooperation is crucial, as Africa possesses advantages in hosting Chinese manufacturing capabilities, which can drive bilateral trade growth [6][7] Challenges and Opportunities - Africa's reliance on external partners for 84% of its trade underscores the need for enhanced intra-African trade to support growth in trade with China [8][9] - The necessity for skill development in Africa is highlighted, as improving production and processing capabilities can lead to higher value exports and economic stability [9][10] - The impact of geopolitical factors, such as U.S. tariff policies, on global trade dynamics necessitates strategic adjustments and collaboration among Southern countries [12][13] Future Directions - Strengthening trade capacity and negotiation skills in African countries is essential for balancing trade growth with China and enhancing understanding of market demands [10][11] - The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is positioned as a critical element in fostering regional trade and should be integrated into broader China-Africa cooperation frameworks [14][15]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes China's role in international cooperation, particularly through the BRICS mechanism, which serves as a platform for emerging markets and developing countries to unite and collaborate [2][3] - The 2025 China International Service Trade Fair attracted over 60 countries and 20 international organizations, showcasing products from developing countries, indicating a strong platform for global trade [2] - The BRICS summit discussed the current international economic environment and the importance of multilateralism, aiming to enhance cooperation among member countries [2][3] Group 2 - The Global Governance Initiative proposed by China outlines five core principles that resonate with the interests of the Global South, including sovereignty equality and multilateralism [3][4] - The initiative aims to address the ongoing global governance deficit characterized by disorder, imbalance, and inefficiency in current international systems [4][5] - The BRICS countries are focusing on enhancing cooperation in trade, finance, and technology to create more substantial outcomes that benefit all member nations [9][10] Group 3 - The summit highlighted the need to counter unilateral trade measures, particularly from the U.S., which have adversely affected international trade rules and BRICS nations [6][8] - There is a consensus among BRICS nations to maintain a multilateral trade system centered around the World Trade Organization, emphasizing collective action against protectionism [7][8] - The BRICS countries are encouraged to strengthen their economic ties, reduce trade barriers, and enhance mutual investments to foster a more integrated market [11]

中国驻南非大使吴鹏致辞。人民网 刘畅摄 南非贸工部副部长祖科·戈德林皮致辞。人民网 刘畅摄 南非贸工部副部长祖科·戈德林皮致辞表示，南中关系是南南合作的典范。南非与中国长期以来的贸易与投资 伙伴关系为南非经济、就业和整体发展发挥了重要作用。南非政府将持续优化营商环境，期待吸引更多中国投 资，共同塑造更加公平、互利共赢的未来。 本次大会包含嘉宾致辞、企业签约、开幕剪彩、嘉宾巡馆、商业对接等多个环节，现场气氛热烈。 人民网约翰内斯堡9月24日电 （刘畅） 9月23日，中国驻南非使馆与南非贸工部在约翰内斯堡加拉格尔会展中 心联合举办南非—中国贸易投资促进大会暨第九届中国—南非贸易博览会开幕式。中南两国企业、商协会和政府 部门代表共约600人参会。 中国驻南非大使吴鹏致辞表示，本次大会是落实两国元首加强贸易投资合作重要共识、支持南非工业化和出 口多元化目标、构建中南高水平命运共同体的务实举措。中国将通过商签共同发展经济伙伴关系协定，给予所有 非洲建交国100%税目产品零关税待遇。希望南方抓住机遇早日加入，共同推动两国合作向更深层次发展，为两国 人民带来更大福祉。 ...

新华社记者殷晓圣 陈斌杰 联合国前副秘书长兼环境规划署执行主任埃里克·索尔海姆日前在接受新华社记者专访时表示，中国提 出的全球治理倡议是推动国际合作体系现代化的重要一步，正为推动多边合作、加强南南合作注入新的 动力。 新华社布鲁塞尔9月25日电 专访｜全球治理倡议是推动国际合作体系现代化的重要一步——访联合国 前副秘书长索尔海姆 "这一倡议的突出意义在于注重务实，把崇高理念转化为对现实世界的改善。"目前担任欧盟亚洲中心主 席的索尔海姆说。他强调，世界秩序正在经历深刻调整，旧模式难以应对新挑战，新的多边框架亟需建 立。"真正的领导力不是摧毁，而是提升和改进，使其更符合当今世界多极化现实，并高效响应人民的 需求。" "通过技术合作和民间交流，可以有效降低摩擦，增进互信。"索尔海姆呼吁，应进一步拓展全球南方城 市间伙伴关系、科研合作和人员往来，推动清洁能源、环境治理和气候适应等领域的联合项目。 他认为，中方提出的一系列全球倡议为推动国际合作提供了清晰框架，这些倡议正在把理想转化为实实 在在的成果，为全球南方国家带来新的发展机遇。 索尔海姆认为，全球治理倡议主张真正的多边主义，强调主权平等、尊重国际法和广泛协商，推动 ...

Core Insights - The "China-Sri Lanka South-South Cooperation Technical Assistance Project" has significantly improved agricultural productivity in Sri Lanka, particularly in banana, mango, and pineapple cultivation [1][2] - The project has established ten demonstration farms in Colombo, Kurunegala, and Anuradhapura, leading to substantial increases in crop yields and reductions in costs [1] Agricultural Productivity Improvements - Banana tissue culture seedling production doubled, with costs reduced by 30% to 40%, and banana yields increased by 50% [1] - The proportion of mangoes meeting export standards rose to 90% [1] - Pineapple yields tripled [1] Training and Knowledge Transfer - Over 2,000 Sri Lankan farmers and staff were trained during the project, with six agricultural training videos incorporated into the national training curriculum [1] - The project serves as a model for South-South cooperation in agricultural technology, with potential for replication in other developing countries facing similar challenges [1] Economic and Social Impact - The assistance from Chinese experts has not only improved the livelihoods of local farmers but also contributed to building a more resilient future fruit value chain in Sri Lanka [2] - The collaboration has introduced the latest agricultural knowledge to Sri Lanka, enhancing productivity and sustainability in the agricultural sector [2]