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Korea Herald
11-06-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Xinhua Silk Road: China's Anhui Gujing Distillery shines at 2025 int'l forum on RCEP cooperation
BEIJING, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2025 RCEP Local Governments and Friendship Cities Cooperation (Huangshan) Forum opened in Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province on June 5, gathering some 300 delegates from the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member countries. Anhui Gujing Distillery Company, as the forum's strategic partner for three consecutive sessions, has fueled regional cooperation while showcasing the charms of Chinese baijiu to the world. The company has introduced live-streaming this year at its booth at the forum to promote its latest product, a commemorative liquor to mark its partnership with the China Pavilion at Osaka Expo. Besides, holographic projections have also vividly displayed Gujinggong Liquor's journey with the World Expo over six editions. During the forum's opening ceremony, the liquor maker inked an agreement with South Korea's Anhui Industrial Development Co., Ltd. to expand its sales in the South Korean market and boost its global presence. According to the company, its debut in South Korea dates back to as early as 2012, during the Yeosu Expo and it plans to be part of the Seoul Food 2025 to further advance its presence in the South Korean market. After the opening ceremony, Liang Jinhui, chairman of Gujing Group, participated in discussions on overseas sales and promotion of Chinese baijiu and the combination of Chinese baijiu and the big health industry products, exploring diversified regional cooperation models for mutual benefit. During a side event of the forum, Ju Kai, director of the International Department of the company, promoted the company's products with a case of the cooperation of Gujinggong Liquor with Bozhou's traditional Chinese medicine, as a key step for the company to explore the big health industry. In recent years, the company has contributed significantly to promoting Chinese baijiu and Anhui local culture globally, as well as facilitating international wine culture exchanges, through a series of international events. Thanks to its unique brewing techniques and profound history, the company's core strategic product series, Original Vintage, is now exported to over 30 countries and regions.


Malaysian Reserve
06-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Xinhua Silk Road: Int'l forum on RCEP local gov't, sister city cooperation opens in E. China's Huangshan
BEIJING, June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 2025 RCEP Local Governments and Friendship Cities Cooperation (Huangshan) Forum opened on Thursday in Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province. Co-hosted by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries and People's Government of Anhui Province, the forum gathered some 300 delegates from Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member countries to discuss regional cooperation in economy, culture, and sister-city ties under the theme 'Regional Partnership for Common Development'. During the forum, Anhui forged sister province ties with Cambodia's Preah Sihanouk Province and strengthened ties with South Korea's Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. The Huangshan Initiative launched the RCEP World Heritage Sites Cooperation Alliance. Ten deals covering investment, trade, and cultural exchanges were signed. In addition, the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation released the 'RCEP Regional Cooperation Development Report 2025,' detailing the pact's implementation results and offering forward-looking cooperation suggestions. Bhokin Bhalakula, president of Thai-Chinese Culture and Economy Association, noted fruitful cooperation under RCEP, including the China–Thailand railway and projects in smart grids and solar PV systems. He proposed building innovative demonstration zones and youth entrepreneurship platforms. Shi Zhongjun, Secretary-General of the ASEAN-China Centre, said RCEP stabilizes the Asia-Pacific economy and injects certainty into global economy. He called for expanded cooperation in digital and green economies, and deeper integration in standards and rules. Multiple sessions were also held, including dialogues on new energy vehicles, photovoltaic supply chains, youth business leaders, agricultural products, e-commerce and overseas Chinese businesses as well as cultural tours. Data showed that Anhui's trade with other RCEP members hit 208.54 billion yuan (about 29.05 billion U.S. dollars) in 2024, up 17.3 percent from that in 2021,accounting for 25 percent of the province's total foreign trade. Trade reached 75.38 billion yuan (approximately 10.5 billion U.S. dollars) in the first four months of 2025, rising 22.8 percent year on year. Since taking effect, the RCEP has spurred regional growth through tariff cuts, streamlined customs clearance, and trade facilitation. Original link:
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Xinhua Silk Road: Int'l forum on RCEP local gov't, sister city cooperation opens in E. China's Huangshan
BEIJING, June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2025 RCEP Local Governments and Friendship Cities Cooperation (Huangshan) Forum opened on Thursday in Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province. Co-hosted by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries and People's Government of Anhui Province, the forum gathered some 300 delegates from Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member countries to discuss regional cooperation in economy, culture, and sister-city ties under the theme "Regional Partnership for Common Development". During the forum, Anhui forged sister province ties with Cambodia's Preah Sihanouk Province and strengthened ties with South Korea's Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. The Huangshan Initiative launched the RCEP World Heritage Sites Cooperation Alliance. Ten deals covering investment, trade, and cultural exchanges were signed. In addition, the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation released the "RCEP Regional Cooperation Development Report 2025," detailing the pact's implementation results and offering forward-looking cooperation suggestions. Bhokin Bhalakula, president of Thai-Chinese Culture and Economy Association, noted fruitful cooperation under RCEP, including the China-Thailand railway and projects in smart grids and solar PV systems. He proposed building innovative demonstration zones and youth entrepreneurship platforms. Shi Zhongjun, Secretary-General of the ASEAN-China Centre, said RCEP stabilizes the Asia-Pacific economy and injects certainty into global economy. He called for expanded cooperation in digital and green economies, and deeper integration in standards and rules. Multiple sessions were also held, including dialogues on new energy vehicles, photovoltaic supply chains, youth business leaders, agricultural products, e-commerce and overseas Chinese businesses as well as cultural tours. Data showed that Anhui's trade with other RCEP members hit 208.54 billion yuan (about 29.05 billion U.S. dollars) in 2024, up 17.3 percent from that in 2021,accounting for 25 percent of the province's total foreign trade. Trade reached 75.38 billion yuan (approximately 10.5 billion U.S. dollars) in the first four months of 2025, rising 22.8 percent year on year. Since taking effect, the RCEP has spurred regional growth through tariff cuts, streamlined customs clearance, and trade facilitation. Original link: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Xinhua Silk Road Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data