In a recent interview on CGTN’s Dialogue show, Siddharth Chatterjee, the UN resident coordinator in China, praised the country’s progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He highlighted a truly mind-blowing fact: over the past few decades, China has lifted nearly 800 million people out of extreme poverty. 🎉
During the conversation with host Tian Wei, Chatterjee pointed to China’s powerful mix of political will, smart public policies, and strategic partnerships as the engine behind its record poverty reduction. From rural villages to bustling cities, these coordinated efforts created new jobs, improved education and health services, and built a safety net that truly lifted people up.
“What we’ve seen here is more than numbers,” he said. “China inspires me with the sense that these achievements can offer valuable lessons for other countries.” 🌟
For young professionals and entrepreneurs exploring global markets, China’s SDG journey shows how aligning economic growth with social goals can drive innovation. For students and researchers, it’s a real-world case study in the power of policy and partnership. And for travelers, there’s a story behind every sunrise in a rural township that once struggled with extreme poverty.
As we look ahead to new challenges—climate action, quality education, and reducing inequality—the lessons from China’s journey on SDGs could light the path for a more sustainable world. ✨
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Siddharth Chatterjee: China has performed remarkably well on SDGs
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