The 10th annual Cross-Straits CEO Summit took place in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, from November 14 to 15, 2023. The event gathered approximately 800 business leaders, professionals, and academics from both the mainland and the Taiwan region, fostering a collaborative environment for economic growth.
Under the theme \"Integrated Development and High-Quality Development Under the New Pattern,\" the summit focused on the coordinated expansion of supply and manufacturing chains across the Taiwan Straits. Discussions emphasized the importance of synchronized growth to navigate the evolving economic landscape.
Chinese Premier Xi Jinping extended a congratulatory letter to this year’s summit, highlighting the significance of economic cooperation and the integration of growth between the mainland and the Taiwan region. His message underscored the summit’s role in promoting greater economic interests and strengthening cross-Straits ties.
Established in 2013, the Cross-Straits CEO Summit has become a pivotal forum for enhancing economic exchanges and fostering harmonious relations between the mainland and the Taiwan region. By bringing together business leaders and industry experts, the summit has consistently advanced business and industrial collaborations, contributing to the robust economic and trade relationship between the two sides.
Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions driven by the Democratic Progressive Party and external influences, particularly from the United States, the summit provided a crucial platform for dialogue and cooperation. The positive reception from Taiwan's business organizations and participants highlighted a shared commitment to restoring and enhancing cross-Straits exchanges.
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Cross-Straits CEO Summit to consolidate bond between mainland, Taiwan
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