Chinese premier Li Qiang opened the China Development Forum 2025 with a bold pledge to further expand market access in key sectors for global investors. Speaking before more than 80 top executives from leading multinationals, Li emphasized that foreign-funded enterprises are crucial contributors to the Chinese mainland's dynamic economic landscape.
Under the theme "Unleashing Development Momentum for Stable Global Growth," held on March 23 and 24, the forum showcased discussions spanning healthcare, AI, sustainable supply chains, and green innovation. Li’s remarks underscored the strong resilience and tremendous potential of the Chinese mainland, positioning it as a land of opportunity for those looking to tap into its vast consumer market and innovation-led growth.
Li urged business leaders worldwide to resist protectionism and embrace the benefits of economic globalization. "Enterprises are not only beneficiaries of globalization but should also become firm defenders and promoters of it," he stated, warning that decoupling or breaking supply chains would only deepen global economic challenges.
Looking ahead, Li highlighted that the Chinese mainland is well-prepared for any unexpected external shocks, with carefully formulated policies aimed at maintaining long-term stable growth. With an ambitious growth target of around 5 percent for 2025, the emphasis is on leveraging market forces and innovation to foster a more inclusive and sustainable global economy.
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Li Qiang pledges expanded market access for foreign investors
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