Economic cooperation takes center stage at Europe Forum 2024

Zhu Jing, charge d'Affaires of China's mission to the European Union, underscored the pivotal roles of China and the EU in advancing global peace, stability, and mutual development. He called for joint support of free trade, fair competition, and a more inclusive economic globalization, emphasizing the essence of China-EU cooperation rooted in complementarity and mutual benefit.

The forum's discussions on innovative leadership and cross-cultural collaboration highlighted the essential qualities demanded of successful business leaders navigating today's rapidly evolving global landscape.

Pascal Lamy, former director-general of the World Trade Organization, emphasized the significance of open communication and enhanced understanding among business leaders from China and Europe.

Looking ahead to the 50th anniversary of China-EU diplomatic relations, the forum concluded with a call to uphold the spirit of openness, cooperation, and pragmatism that has underpinned successful cooperation models between the business communities of China and Europe. The enduring trade and cultural cooperation between the two regions were hailed as not only vital for their populations but also for global peace and stability.