November 8, 2020

The third China International Import Expo (CIIE) and a related forum which started on Wednesday evening are underway in Shanghai. Held amid the raging global coronavirus pandemic, the forum is a strong reminder of the fact that with visionary leadership, selflessness and dedication, no challenge is insurmountable.

In his keynote address delivered virtually, Chinese President Xi Jinping noted that hosting the event successfully "demonstrates China's sincere desire to share its market opportunities with the world and contribute to global economic recovery." In a speech that carried new measures for expanding all-round opening up, he underscored CIIE's role as a major platform for international cooperation.

Now, the CIIE forum is evolving to espouse the same ideals pursued under China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Unveiled in 2013, BRI has evolved to a fully-fledged global platform whose objective is to construct a unified worldwide market, in addition to nurturing cultural exchange and integration, among other ideals geared to achieving win-win outcomes and mutual benefits for participating entities.

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