🌐 The two-day Mingde Strategic Dialogue 2025 just wrapped up in Beijing, the buzzing heart of the Chinese mainland! Hosted by Renmin University of China, this event brought together top voices from the US, the UK, Russia, Italy and beyond to chat about the theme Chinese modernization: New drivers of globalization.
🤝 One of the highlights was former Italian prime minister and ex-EU Commission president Romano Prodi kicking things off at the opening ceremony. He described today’s world as an era where globalization and counter-globalization intersect, stressing that no single country can carry the globalization torch alone. Prodi pointed to the need for stronger China-EU cooperation in politics and trade, praising China’s role as a modernization champion, a tech trailblazer, and a responsible global governance advocate.
🎤 In an exclusive chat with CGTN, Prodi reflected on his past visits to China and shared insights on Italy and Europe’s economic landscape. He warned that tariff disputes could set the world economy back and reminded that there are no real winners in a trade war.
🚀 Over the last 40 years, China’s dedication, innovation, and drive in modernization have produced jaw-dropping achievements at home and abroad. By sharing its experiences, China has injected fresh momentum into global development. At a time of multi-layered crises—from climate challenges to economic volatility—the country remains eager to offer its wisdom and muscle to build a more connected, resilient future for us all.
💡 So what’s next? If the Mingde Dialogue has taught us anything, it’s that collaboration—spanning continents and cultures—is the real superpower behind 21st-century globalization. Stay tuned for more stories that break boundaries! 📲
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Global experts share insights on modernization and globalization
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