Venezuela and China’s Big Data center team up

Venezuela signed a deal with China’s Global Big Data Center for Sustainable Development (CBAS).

The Ministry of Science and Technology made the announcement.

Gabriela Jiménez, the Science Minister, inked the deal to expand satellite image analysis. This move also supports Venezuela’s push for digital upgrades.

CBAS started in Beijing last September. Since then, it has analyzed and shared satellite data for global green goals. Various tech tools help in this process.

Vice President Delcy Rodríguez made an official visit to China. On September 7, she met Wang Yi, China’s Foreign Minister.

They discussed strengthening ties between both countries.

Rodríguez also talked to Dilma Rousseff, head of the BRICS New Development Bank. They focused on ways to improve economic links.

The Vice President toured Shanghai’s International Oil and Gas Exchange.

This visit aims to encourage shared learning between the two nations.

Rafael Tellechea, Venezuela’s Oil Minister, joined Rodríguez. He also serves as the leader of Venezuela’s state-owned oil firm, Petróleos de Venezuela.

Nicolás Maduro Guerra, a national lawmaker, was present too. Giuseppe Yoffreda, Venezuela’s ambassador to China, was also part of the delegation.

Context

Venezuela and China have a history of collaborating on various projects. Their partnership includes oil, infrastructure, and technology.

In recent years, China has become one of Venezuela’s major creditors. Both nations often share diplomatic stances on global issues.

The alliance aims to counter Western influence in different sectors.

China’s Big Data Center, CBAS, is relatively new but impactful. It has international reach, providing data for worldwide initiatives.

On the other hand, Venezuela seeks to digitize its public services. The country’s digital transformation agenda began a few years ago.

This new deal complements both countries’ broader goals for sustainable development and tech progress.

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