Guo underscored that the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) nations are sovereign and independent States with the right to choose their development paths and cooperation partners. The spokesperson noted that China upholds principles of mutual respect and equality in its exchanges with the region.

The official indicated that bilateral cooperation is open and inclusive and is not directed against third parties, so no one should interfere with or influence these relations.

Guo responded in this way to the recent summit of the Latin American right wing, organized and held in the United States.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi earlier stated that the old drama of the 19th century should not be repeated on the international stage of the 21st century.

The top diplomat described, in a press briefing on Sunday, the China-Latin America cooperation as mutual aid and support among nations of the Global South.

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