The Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2024 wrapped up on a high note this Friday in the picturesque coastal town of Boao, in China's island province of Hainan. 🎉 With a series of significant consensus reached, the forum highlighted the pressing challenges and the importance of global collaboration.
"All parties are more aware of the challenges facing the world today," remarked Li Baodong, BFA's secretary general, during the closing press conference. He pointed out that nations worldwide are grappling with common issues such as a sluggish global economic recovery and ongoing regional conflicts. "Only by working together can we better handle the challenges," he emphasized. 🤝
Asia is stepping up as a leader in a new era of sustainable development, with China acting as a cornerstone for the world's economic sustainability in the post-COVID-19 era. Li noted that China is driving high-quality development and further opening its doors, setting the stage to remain the largest contributor to global economic growth. 📈🌱
The consensus from the conference also underscored that innovation is the inexhaustible driving force for development. It called for countries around the world to accelerate actions on climate change, highlighting the urgency of environmental responsibility. 🌍✨
Held from March 26 to 29 under the theme "Asia and the World: Common Challenges, Shared Responsibilities," the BFA Annual Conference drew about 2,000 delegates from over 60 countries and regions, along with more than 1,100 journalists from nearly 40 countries and regions. 📰🌐
Since its founding in 2001, the BFA has been committed to promoting regional economic integration and bringing Asian countries closer to their development goals. As a non-governmental and non-profit international organization, it continues to serve as a vital platform for dialogue and cooperation in Asia. 🌏🤗
The takeaway? Global challenges require global solutions, and forums like BFA are key in fostering the unity and innovation needed to navigate the path ahead. Let's gear up for a future where we all work hand in hand! 💡✨
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