Chinese Vice President Han Zheng emphasized China's commitment to global economic cooperation during meetings with Swire Pacific Limited chairman Merlin Swire and Novartis CEO Vas Narasimhan in Beijing on Monday. The high-profile discussions took place alongside preparations for the China Development Forum 2025, a key platform for dialogue between Chinese leaders and global business executives.
Sustaining Global Economic Integration
Han outlined China's strategic priorities, stating: "China sticks to the right direction of economic globalization and upholds the world trade rules system," while reaffirming plans to "unswervingly advance reform and opening up." These measures, he noted, aim to provide "more stability and certainty" for international economic development.
Business Partnerships in Focus
During talks with Swire Pacific's leadership, Han recognized the conglomerate's successful operations spanning the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. He encouraged expanded participation in signature projects including:
The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area development
The Hainan Free Trade Port initiative
Enhancement of Hong Kong's aviation hub capabilities
The Novartis meeting centered on healthcare innovation, with Han welcoming the pharmaceutical giant's expanded research investments in China.
