Wenzhou, October 11 (Daily Kiran) : The Belt and Road Think Tank Forum was inaugurated on October 10 in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. The event brought together former leaders, experts, scholars, and entrepreneurs from around the world. Discussions focused on the opportunities and experiences arising from China’s development and industrial upgrades under the high-quality joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative.
Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jenny Shipley emphasized that the initiative began with the goal of enhancing geographical connectivity. However, it has now become a crucial means of strengthening economic cooperation. She noted that amidst changing international circumstances, significant achievements have been made under this initiative, showcasing China’s economic resilience and its ability to face challenges.
Ethiopia’s former President Mulatu Teshome highlighted China’s ongoing support for Ethiopia’s modernization, industrialization, and infrastructure development. He pointed out that Chinese companies are actively involved in projects related to electricity, railways, ports, roads, and manufacturing in Ethiopia. Teshome expressed a desire for more Chinese investment in the future to accelerate industrialization and promote clean energy development in the country.
Radhika Desai, a political science professor at the University of Manitoba in Canada, shared insights on the experience China has gained through the Belt and Road Initiative. She stressed the importance of companies in advancing the initiative and strengthening cooperation with other countries. Companies that implement projects on the ground and forge new paths for international collaboration can play a significant role in promoting mutual benefits and shared development.
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