Brazilian President，Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva，is now in Beijing for a three-day visit to China.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (3rd L) arrives in Beijing, capital of China, May 18, 2009. Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva arrived here on Monday, kicking off his 3-day state visit to China. [Xinhua]

Ahead of his arrival, President Lula emphasized three key components in the strategic partnership between China and Brazil, which was forged in 1993. They were trade, scientific cooperation, and coordination in international affairs. The Brazilian leader hopes the partnership will broaden cooperation between the two countries and with other emerging economies. He envisions a new global economic, scientific, and trade landscape for the 21st century.

(CCTV May 19, 2009)