At a seminar hosted by the Brazilian Center for International Relations CEBRI, experts discussed China’s approach to sustainable development.
Stevan Harrell, a retired professor, pointed out that China balances productivity and ecological health.
He also said that China practices ‘eco-development,’ focusing on the environment while growing economically.
Similarly, Marco Tulio Cabral, a Brazilian diplomat, addressed another issue. He refuted the idea that Brazil’s Amazon deforestation is mainly for exports like soy to China.
He clarified that land speculation, not exports, fuels most of the Amazon’s deforestation.
Moreover, Yu Hongyuan, a policy director from Shanghai, outlined China’s 5P principle. It consists of people, prosperity, planet, partnership, and peace.
He highlighted that this approach makes China a global leader in sustainable practices.
Further, China leads the world in investments in renewable energy. This commitment shows in its eco-friendly construction projects.
In conclusion, Hongyuan said that China aims to be carbon-neutral within three decades. He suggested that other developing nations could learn from this approach.
Background
Sustainable development in China has evolved over time. China’s consistent focus on ecological health began in the late 20th century.
Brazil, facing its own challenges like deforestation, finds this topic highly relevant. The bond between China and Brazil goes beyond trade to include shared goals for the planet.
For instance, the Amazon, often called Earth’s lungs, plays a critical role in global sustainability.
Hence, the dialogue between the two nations offers valuable perspectives for tackling worldwide environmental issues.