Hello amigo! Ever wondered how big gestures like opening your doors can shake up the whole world? At the heart of Shanghai's China International Import Expo (CIIE), the 8th Hongqiao Forum rolled out a game-changing roundtable: “Experts' Views on World Openness”. Hosted by Wang Guan, this session brought together global heavyweights to spark fresh ideas for collaboration. 🌐✨
Picture this: Zhu Min, former deputy managing director of the IMF, kicked things off explaining why the Chinese mainland's high-standard opening-up isn't just lip service—it's a catalyst for innovation and shared growth. Then Kishore Mahbubani, the veteran diplomat from Singapore who once unpacked world affairs at the UN, offered his take on cross-regional partnerships in a turbulent economy.
Hamid Rashid, ex-head of the UN Global Economic Monitoring Branch, dialed in the big-picture view—pointing out that open markets are like high-speed rails for ideas: once they start moving, they can't be stopped. And Zhang Yuyan, respected academician at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, grounded the chat with data: expanding imports, rising foreign investment, and a clear message—openness pays off, especially when headwinds blow.
Together, this dream team mapped out a blueprint: keep dismantling trade barriers, foster sustainable tech innovation, and double down on multilateral ties. The consensus? In an era of rising challenges—from supply chain snags to financial uncertainties—opening up wider is the smartest play. 🎯🚀
As the curtain fell on CIIE on November 10, this roundtable reminded us that, more than ever, staying open isn't just good vibes—it's global survival 101. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur in Bogotá, a student in São Paulo, or an explorer eyeing Asia's next hidden gem, these insights light the path. Ready to join the openness movement? 🌟
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