🤝 A New Chapter in China-Serbia Relations
In a lively meeting at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, the Chinese premier Li Qiang and Serbia's prime minister Djuro Macut agreed to kick their partnership up a notch. With a true "dream team" vibe, both sides pledged to supercharge cooperation across trade, tech, and culture for the benefit of their people.
🚄 Infrastructure & Innovation on the Fast Track
Premier Li highlighted that, under strong leadership guidance, China-Serbia ties have been thriving. He emphasized aligning China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) with Serbia's "Serbia 2035" strategy, fully using their Free Trade Agreement and the China-Serbia Intergovernmental Committee on Economic and Trade Cooperation. One star project: the Belgrade–Budapest railway, set to roll ahead as a Belt and Road gem.
🌱 Green Growth & Tech Collaboration
Both leaders see huge potential in emerging sectors like green economy, biomedicine, and artificial intelligence. Li Qiang called for scaling up joint research, startups, and investment in clean energy and high-tech fields. Think AI labs and eco-friendly factories powering the next-gen economy! 🔬🏭
🎉 Culture, Tourism & Global Team-Up
Beyond business, Li invited Serbia to boost people-to-people exchanges in culture, tourism, education, and sports. More music festivals, student exchanges, and friendly matches could build lasting bonds. On the world stage, China and Serbia will team up at the UN and other multilateral platforms to push forward global initiatives for sustainable development and multilateralism.
🤝 Serbia’s Strong Support
Prime Minister Macut thanked China for its economic support and affirmed Serbia’s firm commitment to the one-China principle. He’s excited to deepen cooperation in trade, manufacturing, science and tech, AI, and tourism projects, and sees fresh opportunities in China’s upcoming Five-Year Plan. Together, they aim to craft a community with a shared future for humanity.
What’s Next?
Keep an eye on flagship projects and new collaborations as China and Serbia write their next chapter. From railways to green startups, this partnership could bring big wins for youth, entrepreneurs, and travelers in both regions. Stay tuned! 🚀
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Li Qiang urges China, Serbia to boost cooperation for mutual benefit
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