On November 20, the National High-end Think Tank of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS) and the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) hosted an insightful lecture on the theme of \"Chinese Modernization.\" The event brought together over 60 guests, including scholars and media representatives from both countries, fostering a warm and interactive atmosphere.
Prominent speakers such as Zhang Guanzi, secretary-general of the National Council of High-end Think Tank of CASS; Chai Yu, director of the Institute of Latin American Studies; Du Zhixiong, party secretary of the Institute of Rural Development; and Li Xuesong, director of the Institute of Economic Research, shared their perspectives on various aspects of Chinese modernization. Zhang emphasized that understanding Chinese modernization is key to comprehending China's rapid economic development and long-term social stability under the leadership of the Communist Party of China.
Chai Yu highlighted the resilience of China-Latin America economic and trade cooperation, stating that future collaborations will extend beyond traditional areas like trade and investment to include frontier sectors such as the digital economy, artificial intelligence, and cross-border e-commerce.
Du Zhixiong presented China's successful strategies in eradicating absolute poverty, showcasing how precise poverty alleviation has contributed to the nation's modernization and provided valuable insights for global poverty reduction efforts.
Li Xuesong discussed the unique characteristics of Chinese modernization, emphasizing the integration of short-term policies with long-term strategies to promote high-quality development. He underscored how Chinese modernization serves as a sustained driving force for global economic growth.
Ana Josefina Arias, dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at UBA, praised the significant impact of Chinese modernization on Latin America. She expressed optimism about the new opportunities it presents for economic growth in the region and looked forward to increased joint research and academic cooperation between China and Latin America.
The lecture facilitated in-depth exchanges between professors and students from UBA and Chinese experts, fostering a deeper understanding of China's development path and its global significance. Attendees left with valuable insights into the dynamics of Chinese modernization and its implications for international cooperation and economic growth.
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