Xi Jinping Visits Peru Amid APEC Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping is on a diplomatic mission in South America, highlighting China's growing influence and economic ties through the Belt and Road Initiative. Xi's visit includes inaugurating the Chancay port in Peru, which is a crucial part of a new maritime-land corridor to enhance China-Latin America connectivity. This visit aligns with the APEC summit, where leaders, including Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, discuss trade, inflation, and the energy crisis. Amidst these diplomatic efforts, China-Peru trade relations have strengthened, with China as Peru's largest trading partner. Cultural exchanges, such as the lion dance, underscore the longstanding ties between Chinese and Peruvian communities. The APEC summit also addresses climate change and digital economy transition, with China showcasing its initiatives and partnerships in Lima.