On November 11, 2024, the Global South Media and Think Tank Summit took place in São Paulo. Under the theme “Development and Revitalization: A New Journey for the Global South,” around 350 representatives from 170 media organizations, think tanks, governments, and companies from over 70 countries and regions gathered to discuss integration and cooperation among nations that advocated for a fairer world.
Organized by China’s Xinhua News Agency and Brazil’s EBC, the summit launched a platform for media exchange and collaboration within the Global South. “The platform will help inject new vitality and positive energy into strengthening solidarity and cooperation in the Global South and contribute to building a community with a shared future for humanity,” the organizers emphasized.
Brazil’s Minister of Institutional Relations, Alexandre Padilha, highlighted constructive dialogue, mutual benefits, and respect for differences in Brazil-China relations. He recalled President Lula’s statement that the Global South is an essential part of solutions for the planet.
Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message emphasizing that the Global South accounts for more than 40% of the world’s GDP. He noted that the rise of these countries represents decisive global changes.
Hu Heping, Executive Deputy Chief of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China, advocated for a community with a shared future and the modernization of the Global South, which represents over 80% of the world’s population.
Fu Hua, President of Xinhua, added that more than 80% of global development in recent years has come from the Global South. He emphasized the role of BRICS and the Belt and Road Initiative.
Jean Lima, President of EBC, outlined three key points he considers fundamental: combatting disinformation and fake news, regulating Big Tech companies, and promoting media education.
Chen Yiming, head of the Latin America office of the People’s Daily, China’s largest newspaper, recalled the forum held in October in Rio de Janeiro in partnership with Monitor Mercantil, as well as joint interviews with Brazilian and Peruvian media outlets as part of the effort to build a shared future among Global South nations.
The Global South Media and Think Tank Summit, taking place in São Paulo, will conclude this Tuesday.