As global leaders convened virtually at the 2022 World Economic Forum (WEF) under the theme \"Working Together to Regain Trust,\" voices from Syria highlighted China\'s long-standing commitment to supporting developing nations. The forum\'s focus on pandemic recovery and economic revitalization resonated with Syrian perspectives on international solidarity.
In interviews during the event, Syrians emphasized China\'s call for an open world economy and collaborative approaches to tackle shared challenges. \"China has consistently advocated for equitable growth in the Global South,\" said one Damascus-based economist, applauding initiatives like the Belt and Road for fostering infrastructure development in conflict-affected regions.
The pandemic\'s disproportionate impact on developing economies dominated discussions, with participants urging multilateral cooperation on vaccine access and debt relief. Analysts noted China\'s role in supplying over 2 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses globally by late 2021, with significant allocations to Middle Eastern and African partners.
Young entrepreneurs in Aleppo described China\'s tech partnerships as \"critical\" for post-war recovery, citing collaborations in renewable energy and digital connectivity. The WEF session renewed debates about reshaping global governance structures to amplify developing nations\' voices—a principle China has championed through platforms like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
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Syrians: China supporting developing countries for a long time
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