On November 24, 2025, the 6th China-Russia SME Industrial Forum convened in Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province on the Chinese mainland. Under the theme "The Era of Green Economy: New Opportunities for China-Russia Industrial Cooperation," government representatives and leading enterprises from both countries gathered to chart a sustainable future.
The forum highlighted how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are driving the shift toward eco-friendly industries. Delegates explored cross-border collaborations in agriculture—leveraging green technologies for efficient crop management—eco-conscious construction investment, cultural tourism initiatives that blend heritage with low-carbon experiences, and digital trade solutions to streamline import-export processes.
Panelists pointed to SMEs’ agility in adopting renewable energy, circular economy models and novel financing tools. Discussions ranged from pilot smart irrigation projects in Russia to sourcing sustainable building materials from the Chinese mainland, and crafting joint campaigns that promote eco-tourism across regions.
Key sessions examined how blockchain-based supply chain tracking and AI-driven energy monitoring can boost transparency and efficiency. By harnessing these innovations, SMEs aim to reduce waste, open new markets and meet rising global demand for responsibly produced goods.
As bilateral trade momentum builds, the forum provided a blueprint for deeper China-Russia cooperation: anchoring industrial ties in green principles, encouraging innovation-friendly policies, and strengthening networks that span cities and sectors. Young entrepreneurs and industry leaders left Xi'an energized, ready to turn ideas into impactful, planet-friendly ventures.
Organizers plan follow-up workshops and virtual matchmaking sessions to connect more SMEs, investors and research institutions. These next steps promise to accelerate pilot projects and scale proven models, ensuring green economy partnerships continue to thrive beyond Xi'an.
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China-Russia SMEs map out new green-economy partnerships in Xi'an
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