The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) marks a significant milestone this year as it celebrates its 10th anniversary with the third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation (BRF) held in Beijing from October 17 to 18.
Chinese President Xi Jinping, who also serves as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, attended the forum's opening ceremony and delivered a keynote speech highlighting the progress made over the past decade. The event attracted over 20 heads of state and government, alongside representatives from more than 140 countries and 30 international organizations.
The forum featured three high-level sessions focused on connectivity, green development, and the digital economy, complemented by six seminars addressing various aspects of international cooperation. President Xi emphasized that more than 150 countries have signed agreements under the BRI, transforming initial plans into tangible projects that span infrastructure, financial integration, and people-to-people exchanges.
Originally proposed to address the limitations of previous economic globalization efforts, the BRI aimed to foster inclusive development and reduce disparities between nations. Over the years, the initiative has expanded its reach from the Eurasian continent to Africa and Latin America, implementing successful projects and innovative livelihood programs.
Today, the BRI stands as the world's largest platform for international cooperation, transcending traditional geopolitical boundaries and establishing a new paradigm for global collaboration. A recent white paper titled \"Belt and Road Initiative: A Key Pillar of the Global Community of Shared Future\" underscores the initiative's inclusive nature, describing it as \"a public road open to all, not a private path owned by any single party.\"
As the BRI continues to evolve, it remains committed to building a global community of shared future, promoting sustainable development, and enhancing connectivity across nations.
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