China will increase cooperation with Latin American countries, says Ministry of Foreign Affairs

China will continue to enhance solidarity and cooperation with Latin American countries and bring a stronger sense of fulfillment and happiness to the people of both sides, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.

Speaking about Peruvian alpaca toys, “warmpaca”, which have become one of the most sought-after items at this year’s China International Import Expo (CIIE), spokesperson Lin Jian said at the daily press conference that Peruvian craftsman Oswaldo Mamani had just a one-story workshop with annual sales of just over 100 items, but now the workshop occupies three floors and hundreds of artisans have joined him.

Mamani said in an interview that China is a blessing for him and his fellow villagers because the country has allowed them to earn more income and live a better life. “China and Latin America have always prioritized large livelihood projects in their cooperation. The list of uplifting and moving stories, like the ‘warmpaca’ one, is endless,” said Lin.

The Belo Monte ultra-high voltage transmission project, which creates an “electricity expressway” connecting the north and south of Brazil, not only provided adequate power to the country’s industrial hubs, but also solved the problem of lack of electricity. energy for more than 22 million Brazilians, said Lin.

China has also implemented a good number of small and beautiful livelihood projects in Latin America, such as water supply projects in two cities in Costa Rica, which have benefited the local population as well as the economy, he added.