Hu Jintao arrives in Brasilia

President Hu Jintao has arrived in Brasilia, the capital of Brazil, on a state visit. He will also attend a summit of Brazil, Russia, India and China slated for Thursday and Friday. The summit of the four countries, collectively known under their acronym BRIC, will be hosted by Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Russia is represented by Dmitry Medvedev, and India, by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. The leaders will discuss the global economy and financial situation, reform of the international financial system, climate change, and cooperation among the four countries.

Chinese President Hu Jintao (L, front) is greeted by Brazilian senior officials upon  his arrival in Brasilia, capital of Brazil, April 14, 2010. Chinese President Hu  Jintao arrived in Brasilia on Wednesday for a summit of Brazil, Russia, India and  China slated for Thursday and Friday, and a state visit to the Latin American state.  (Xinhua/Ju Peng)