The film industry plays a pivotal role in strengthening China-Brazil relations, with more and more people reaping the benefits of this growing relationship through exchanges, according to Eduardo Paes, Mayor of Rio de Janeiro.
In an interview with China Global Television Network (CGTN), Eduardo Paes, emphasized the significant role of the film industry in fostering closer relations between China and Brazil.
"We are honored to have President Xi here in Rio and all his team that came together, trying to get make the relation between Rio and China even closer. So, I think the film industry is very important for both our countries. So, we want to improve even more, the relations between Brazil and China. First, by the audiovisual industry," said Paes.
Highlighting the potential of the film industry, Paes pointed out the abundant opportunities for collaboration between the two nations.
"There is amazing space to improve the relationship between the film production in Brazil and in China, I think there's a huge market in China willing to see Brazilian productions, as you know, I mean there is A Escrava Isaura which was a huge success in China, City of God was a huge success in China. So, there's a bunch of opportunities for us to improve this relation," said Paes.
Paes also noted that the strengthening relationship between China and Brazil aligns with their shared efforts to elevate the Global South. He emphasized that many Brazilians, like himself, recognize the opportunities arising from this partnership.
"We are very similar, China is our greatest commercial partner these days. I had the opportunity to meet with President Xi, President Lula. We see how these ties between Brazil and China are getting even closer. For us Brazilians, we see the opportunity. As Mayor of Rio, I've worked with Chinese companies, I've been to China many times. So, we are going to push that work as deep as we can," said Paes.
Film plays key role in China-Brazil relationship: Rio Mayor
Film plays key role in China-Brazil relationship: Rio Mayor
Top Chinese defense firms are showcasing a wide range of high-end weapons and equipment covering all fields of land, sea, air, space, and electronics at the 12th International Defense Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS 2024) in Karachi, Pakistan's southern port city, demonstrating China's advanced capabilities in national defense technology.
The IDEAS 2024, running from Tuesday to Friday, has attracted over 560 defense equipment exhibitors from 41 countries and regions. Among them, 55 percent are international participants, while 45 percent are local exhibitors.
Chinese exhibitors, under the brand "China Defense," have put on display advanced weaponry, including the JF-17 fighter jet, Z-9EC and WE-10ME helicopters, multiple high-performance drones, VT4 main battle tank, SH-15 self-propelled howitzer, Type 054 frigate, as well as the Red Arrow 10E and Red Arrow 12E anti-tank missile systems.
These exhibits demonstrate China's advanced capabilities in information technology, intelligence, and systematization across all fields of land, sea, air, space, and electronics, attracting significant attention from numerous professional participants and media outlets.
"China perhaps has the biggest stall over here and that shows their commitment to Pakistan's defense industry. And the relationship between our two countries is historical and unparalleled. It will keep on increasing, it will achieve new heights," said Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif.
"As new technologies develop, our weapons and equipment are increasingly showing characteristics of systematization and unmanned operation. Through cooperation with friends worldwide, we have made significant achievements, contributing to peace in various regions and our world," said Zhu Longtao, a representative of the Chinese exhibitors.
The IDEAS, initiated in 2000, has evolved into a profoundly influential defense expo in Asia. This year's edition has exceeded all past records in exhibition space, registrations, exhibitors, and the count of domestic and international representatives.
The Pakistani side has stated that the IDEAS provides a regional platform for international arms manufacturers and suppliers to explore new defense cooperation channels through joint ventures, outsourcing, and partnerships.
Chinese defense firms showcase high-end products at industry expo in Pakistan
