China's President Xi to attend BRICS summit in Russia

FILE PHOTO: Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a presentation ceremony of national medals and honorary titles, at the Great Hall of the People ahead of the 75th founding anniversary of the People's Republic of China, in Beijing, China September 29, 2024. REUTERS/Florence Lo/File Photo

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Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, from Oct. 22 to 24, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday.

During his visit, Xi will attend the leaders' meeting, the expert leaders' dialogues and other activities, and have in-depth exchanges with leaders on the current international situation, Mao Ning, a ministry spokesperson, said at a regular news conference.

China is ready to work with all parties to promote BRICS cooperation, to usher in a new era of unity and self-reliance in the Global South, and jointly promote peace and development in the world, Mao said.

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By Reuters