World Mayors Gather in Nanning to Strengthen China-ASEAN Cooperation
Mayors from across Asia gathered in Nanning, the “city of old friends”, to explore new pathways for urban cooperation, strengthening ties between China and ASEAN.
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Mayors from across Asia gathered in Nanning, the “city of old friends”, to explore new pathways for urban cooperation, strengthening ties between China and ASEAN.
Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasizes development as China’s top priority in 2024, with steady economic progress, regional growth acceleration, and high-standard opening up strategies boosting the economy.
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Sam Hou Fai, Macao’s incoming chief executive, emphasizes that economic diversification is a pressing need. He urges the SAR government to lead proactively and integrate with the Greater Bay Area.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Singapore’s Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong in Beijing, calling for enhanced cooperation and aligning development strategies ahead of the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
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Xinjiang’s first Free Trade Zone has been launched in Urumqi, opening new opportunities for trade and cooperation between China and Central Asia.
China and Tajikistan have pledged to enhance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, exploring partnerships across various sectors to drive common development. Premier Li Qiang and Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda met to align strategies and deepen ties.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang addressed the 27th ASEAN Plus Three Summit in Vientiane, calling for collaboration to build an Asia of peace, openness, and shared prosperity.
Premier Li Qiang has called for elevating the China-ASEAN partnership, highlighting the need for stronger market connectivity and cooperation in emerging industries to drive sustainable growth.
At FOCAC 2024, China, Tanzania, and Zambia have agreed to revitalize the historic TAZARA railway, highlighting 60 years of China-Tanzania diplomatic relations and reinforcing regional cooperation.
The Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei city cluster in north China has established the Low-Altitude Economy Industry Alliance, signing 33 projects aimed at boosting economic growth through low-altitude airspace activities.
China and ASEAN reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing economic cooperation and cultural exchanges during the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Vientiane, pledging to strengthen ties for mutual benefit.
China and Thailand pledged to deepen cooperation and enhance exchanges during a high-level meeting in Beijing, focusing on trade, security, and regional stability.
After seven years of construction, the Shenzhen-Zhongshan link opens, enhancing connectivity in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and promising balanced regional economic growth.
The Yangtze River Delta inaugurated its first railway loop line, connecting Shanghai with major cities and integrating smaller towns into the regional economy, marking a milestone in China’s infrastructure development.
China and Myanmar have signed a cooperation agreement under the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Special Fund 2024, marking 74 years of diplomatic ties and implementing 12 development projects in Myanmar.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized boosting high-quality development in China’s western region during his inspection in Chongqing, highlighting its critical role in national modernization.
China will host the foreign ministers of Laos, Vietnam, and Timor-Leste from April 2 to 5, aiming to strengthen diplomatic ties and regional cooperation, announced Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena held talks in Beijing to deepen strategic partnership and expand bilateral cooperation, emphasizing mutual assistance and enduring friendship.