Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva by phone on Monday, according to a report from state-run news agency Xinhua.
The conversation took place on July 27, 2026, Xinhua reported, without providing further details on the topics discussed. The brief dispatch from the official outlet did not include specific remarks from either leader or any joint statements.
The call comes amid a period of deepening ties between China and Brazil. The two nations are both members of the BRICS group of major emerging economies, and Beijing has been Brasília's largest trading partner for over a decade. Bilateral trade has grown steadily, with China importing significant volumes of soybeans, iron ore, and crude oil from Brazil while exporting manufactured goods and technology.
Xinhua’s report did not indicate whether the leaders addressed recent global economic developments, environmental cooperation, or geopolitical issues. The absence of detailed content suggests the call may have been a routine exchange to reaffirm diplomatic engagement.
Observers will watch for any follow-up statements from either government that could clarify the agenda of the conversation. With both countries facing domestic economic challenges and navigating shifting international alliances, further high-level exchanges are expected in the coming months.
