The international stage in Chicago lit up on Monday with the "China in Springtime: Sharing China's Opportunities with the World Global Dialogue," an event hosted by China Media Group (CMG) that sparked conversations on high-quality development and technological innovation. The dialogue resonated with a diverse global audience—from young digital citizens to tech enthusiasts and changemakers—interested in how China's strides in innovation are reshaping global economic landscapes.
Shen Haixiong, president of CMG, shared insights on China's ambitious 5-percent GDP growth rate target for 2025. His comments underscored a vision where "China confidence" not only fuels stability at home but also injects a positive force into global development. CMG has been proactive in using its platforms, including initiatives like its AI building and ultra-HD demonstration park, to highlight modernization opportunities while fostering cultural exchanges through film and media.
Adding to the narrative, Chinese Ambassador to the United States, Xie Feng, emphasized that the recent Two Sessions demonstrated the momentum behind China's high-quality development. He revealed that in 2024, China's 5-percent GDP growth contributed a significant 30 percent to global growth. Highlighting key innovations, he mentioned breakthroughs such as the DeepSeek AI platform and the humanoid robots featured at the Spring Festival Gala, positioning these advancements as pivotal for both domestic progress and global influence.
In a dynamic exchange, technology investment experts discussed China's impressive advances in innovation, citing developments in new energy vehicles and AI as examples of how the U.S. and Chinese economies can complement each other's strengths in manufacturing and technological progress. The conversation also spotlighted promising opportunities for collaboration in energy transition and electric vehicles.
Former Illinois governor Pat Quinn, drawing from personal experiences of witnessing China's economic evolution, expressed optimism over the current innovative vitality taking center stage. He stressed that shared commitment to technological progress has the potential to not only address global challenges but also enhance lives around the world.
The event's impact was amplified by extensive media coverage, with reports from 1981 media outlets across 70 countries and regions, illustrating the far-reaching influence of China's development story. The dialogue stands as a testament to the power of global collaboration and innovative partnerships aimed at building a better future.
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