Xi attends G20 Summit in Brazil, strengthens ties with Lula

Xi Jinping arrived in Rio de Janeiro on 17 November 2024 for the 19th G20 Summit and a state visit to Brazil at the invitation of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. His arrival was marked by a red-carpet reception at Galeão Air Force Base, with senior Brazilian officials welcoming him alongside military honours. Xi expressed his gratitude and reaffirmed the strong bond between China and Brazil, describing the two nations as close friends and partners. His visit comes at a critical moment as the two countries celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations.