At the China Development Forum 2025 in Beijing, Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with leading global business figures, including Swire Pacific Limited chairman Merlin Swire and Novartis CEO Vas Narasimhan. The event provided a platform to reinforce China’s steadfast commitment to economic globalization, adherence to world trade rules, and ongoing reform and opening up—measures poised to bring more stability and certainty to global economic development.
During discussions, Han Zheng highlighted the robust growth of Swire Pacific Limited in both the Chinese mainland and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. He expressed his optimism that the multinational company would contribute significantly to strategic regional initiatives such as the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the establishment of the Hainan Free Trade Port, while also bolstering Hong Kong's role as an international aviation hub.
This high-level engagement resonates with young global citizens, business and tech enthusiasts, thought leaders, and digital nomads who consider international cooperation and innovation key to shaping future economic landscapes. The forum provided insights into how dynamic global trade policies can fuel sustainable growth and create new opportunities in an interconnected world.
As discussions continue to evolve, this meeting underscores the importance of collaborative efforts that foster stability, innovation, and resilient economic progress in an ever-changing global environment.
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Chinese vice president meets Swire Pacific Ltd. chairman, Novartis CEO
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