Over 100 policymakers, scholars, and experts from China and ASEAN member states gathered in Nanning this week for a landmark seminar on governance strategies and regional collaboration. The event, hosted in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region – a gateway for China-ASEAN exchanges – underscores growing efforts to address shared challenges through knowledge-sharing.
Bridging Civilizations, Building Consensus
Under the theme "National Governance and Asian Civilizations," participants explored how traditional values intersect with modern governance frameworks. Four specialized sessions examined pressing issues including digital-era policymaking, cultural preservation in development agendas, and Asia’s evolving role in global governance structures.
From Regional Priorities to Global Impact
ASEAN representatives highlighted China’s technical assistance in public administration reforms and disaster management systems during panel discussions. The seminar builds on commitments made at recent China-ASEAN leadership summits, with Guangxi positioned as a testing ground for cross-border innovation in sustainable urbanization and rural revitalization projects.
Deepening Strategic Ties
As trade between China and ASEAN approaches $1 trillion annually, the forum emphasized institutional coordination to support economic integration. Participants proposed expanding researcher exchange programs and creating joint think tanks focused on climate-resilient infrastructure and AI governance frameworks.
