Samarkand, Uzbekistan – This year's Uzbekistan-China Regional Cooperation Forum, held in the ancient Silk Road city, served as a vibrant platform where ties stretched far beyond trade. CGTN's Xu Xinchen and Utkir Alimov of Uzbekistan's National News Agency uncovered a tapestry of collaboration blending media, culture, and innovation.
While delegates celebrated record growth in bilateral trade, the spotlight shifted to media partnerships. Reporters from both nations are co-developing digital platforms to bring real-time coverage of cross-border stories, building trust and understanding among global audiences.
Startups and tech leaders seized side events to explore AI-driven logistics, fintech pilots, and e-commerce hubs that could reshape supply chains. Thought leaders joined panels on renewable energy and sustainable development, sharing insights on green corridors and eco-friendly tourism initiatives.
For sports and entertainment fans, the forum hinted at joint film festivals and youth tournaments, while travelers and digital nomads learned about upcoming digital visa platforms and co-working hubs in historic cities like Samarkand and Chengdu.
As the forum concluded, Xu and Alimov agreed that this gathering is more than a summit – it's a new engine driving a multifaceted partnership, connecting people, ideas, and experiences across borders.
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New engine of partnership: Chinese and Uzbek reporters unveil growing cooperation
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