The 2023 Tongzhou Global Development Forum held recently in Beijing brought together policymakers, international agency representatives, and academics from China and abroad. Under the theme “Working Together for Global Development and a Common Future”, participants delved into the pressing challenges hindering global development and explored innovative solutions.
Among the distinguished attendees was Adrian Nastase, former Prime Minister of Romania, who engaged in a thought-provoking discussion with Wang Guan on the sidelines of the forum. The conversation centered on the upcoming APEC Leaders’ Meeting and China’s initiatives to foster global development.
Nastase emphasized the critical need for building an international consensus to advance development goals. “It’s essential that nations collaborate to strengthen the objectives of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development,” he asserted. Highlighting the importance of a favorable international environment, he called for collective efforts to overcome obstacles and promote shared prosperity.
The forum served as a platform for exchanging ideas and reinforcing commitments to global development. As the international community prepares for the APEC Leaders’ Meeting, insights from leaders like Nastase underscore the significance of unity and cooperation in addressing global challenges.
