Premier Li takes a tour of the ferry's cockpit on May 20, 2015. [Photo/english.gov.cn]

Premier: Economies of China and Brazil offer potential for co-op

Li said the two countries' economies are mutually compatible with their respective strong points and offer great potential for further cooperation.

The Premier said he hopes the Brazilian government will protect the safety and legal rights of Chinese workers and companies in the country, especially small-and medium-sized companies.

The Brazilian representatives said that they want to continue to promote cooperation with China, and will explore more possibilities on production capacity to benefit the two countries and their people.