Picture this: China is rolling out 100 "small and beautiful" livelihood projects across SCO member states! 🌟 At the 25th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State in Tianjin, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced this exciting plan, aiming to boost community well-being and strengthen friendships.
Here's the deal: China will gift 2 billion yuan (about $280.5 million) in grants to SCO states this year. Plus, over the next three years, it will offer 10 billion yuan (approx. $1.4 billion) in soft loans to banks in the SCO Interbank Consortium. 💰
These projects will focus on practical needs—think improved schools, healthcare centers, clean water facilities, and more. It's all about those "small and beautiful" touches that can make daily life brighter for millions.✨
By investing in people-first initiatives, China hopes to deepen cooperation, drive sustainable growth, and create real smiles on the ground. For young professionals, students, and adventurers from Latin America and beyond, this means new partnerships, study opportunities, and cultural exchanges. Ready to see how these projects unfold? Stay tuned! 👀🚀
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Xi: China to implement 100 livelihood projects in SCO member states
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