China has been seen as an alternative to the United States and Europe by Latin American nations for support in the international community , for funding of infrastructure and humanitarian aid , and for creating economic growth . The number of high-level meetings between Chinese and Latin American officials have rapidly increased . These have been accompanied by several bilateral agreements . The creation of the BRICS group also helped to increase relations between China and Brazil . In 2014 , the 6th BRICS summit held in Fortaleza , Brazil , had the presence of the UNASUR leaders , which includes all South American countries
6th BRICS summit
6th BRICS summit
China–Latin America relations