The Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation will be held on Sunday and Monday in Beijing with more than 1,500 leaders and experts expected to participate.
China Daily reporters asked some of the attendees about their expectations and impressions of the forum.
Yu Hasegawa, Moscow Correspondent for TV Asahi Corporation, Japan
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Yu Hasegawa, Moscow Correspondent for TV Asahi Corporation, Japan [Photo by He Wei/chinadaily.com.cn] |
"One area of interest is to look at how the Belt and Road Initiative would bring new energy to Asia, with a special focus on the economic cooperation between China and Russia. I also pay attention to high-level meetings among the many presidents that convene at the forum."
"I've been a reporter for over 10 years and have attended a number of international conferences. To be honest, everything here at the forum is so organized and smooth. Volunteers are much more helpful than I had expected. What impressed me the most is how fast the WiFi connection is. I really appreciate people who have put an effort in this."
Li Xuezhong, head of development and reform commission of Zhejiang province
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Li Xuezhong, head of development and reform commission of Zhejiang province [Photo by He Wei/chinadaily.com.cn] |
"Through the forum, I hope participants from all parties can reach a higher consensus on trade liberalization, and eliminate trade protectionism. Zhejiang province is notably famous for exporting small merchandise around the globe, and is actively exploring free trade zones and cross-border digital trade platforms. An open and transparent market environment is conducive to businesses in China and around the world."
"The forum is highly anticipated, very well-organized and we look forward to yielding substantial results from this grand gathering and put all relevant projects on track."