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Borneo Post
20-07-2025
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
Sci-tech tour inspires German youth to promote Germany-China automotive cooperation
Niklas Klingel (L) and Alexander Kuch (R) pose for a photo with a staff member of Guizhou's PIX Moving at the company's automotive manufacturing plant in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 4, 2025. (Xinhua/Zhou Xuanni) GUIYANG (July 21): As Niklas Klingel stood inside the PIX Moving automotive manufacturing plant, watching the automated minibus frames take shape on the assembly line, his eyes sparkled with excitement. The 24-year-old German eagerly engaged in a lively technology discussion with the person in charge. Recently, as one of the invited guests for the Eco Forum Global Guiyang 2025, he participated in the six-day trip hosted by Tsinghua University and Guizhou Province, which titled 'Opportune China, Youth Talks — 2025 Global Youth Dialogue', and fifteen international youths participated in the journey. They explored Guizhou's innovative breakthroughs in various fields, including big data, autonomous vehicles, and the construction of the world's highest bridges. Klingel expressed his joy of back to China again and said that his experiences in Guizhou were reshaping his understanding of the global automotive landscape. Parallel to his Master of Science in Politics and Technology at Technical University of Munich, he had been also working as a financial consultant. With the global EV vehicle's booming development, he is now transitioning from traditional financial consulting to the field of automotive safety consulting. 'The prosperity of China in electric vehicles and autonomous driving is evident, but what touched me more is their continuous innovation in autonomous driving technology,' Klingel added in a later interview. In order to learn more about consumers and the global market, he furthered his studies in Tsinghua University's School of Social Sciences as a visiting student in 2023, focusing on consumer behavior and public organization management. Klingel went back to Germany after he finished his studies in China. He is currently providing safety consulting services and quality management training for German car manufacturers like BMW. During his visit to the PIX Moving factory, Klingel inquired in detail about the company's breakthroughs in autonomous driving algorithm optimization and sensor fusion. 'Their algorithm integration innovations and 3D printing intelligent manufacturing capability are eye-catching and should be learned from by German automotive enterprises.' He particularly emphasized that the advancements made by Chinese companies in the commercialization of autonomous driving offers valuable insights for traditional automotive powerhouses. He views this technological complementarity as an opportunity for fostering cooperation between the two countries. Niklas Klingel visits Guizhou's Long March Cultural Digital Art Museum in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 6, 2025. (Xinhua/Zhou Xuanni) In regard to the competition and cooperation between the automotive industries of China and Germany, Klingel has a borderless industrial vision. He believes that international competition is not a zero-sum game but an accelerator of innovation that creates boundless opportunities. This positive interaction between the two countries has the potential to create an upward spiral of innovation. 'Ultimately, it is the global consumers who benefit when German precision manufacturing meets Chinese smart technology, and we look forward to witnessing the most exciting innovations and transformations in automotive history.' 'There is a deep foundation of research in autonomous driving at both the Technical University of Munich and Tsinghua University. In the future, the two institutions can collaborate on research and innovation in the fields of autonomous vehicles and EV, thereby promoting the integrated development of the automotive industries in both countries,' said Klingel, highlighting the broad prospects for specific cooperation paths between the two countries. 'The two countries could establish a regular delegation exchange mechanism, set up more cross-border offices, and build technology transfer platforms that integrate Germany's quality management system with China's speed of innovation,' Klingel explained. 'From Munich to Guiyang, I see not only the undulating mountains but also the synchronized beats of innovation from two automotive powerhouses,' Klingel said. Before concluding his visit to Guizhou, Klingel expressed his enthusiasm for initiating collaborative discussions between Guizhou's autonomous driving firm and traditional German automotive companies. 'I look forward to having more discussions with Guizhou's autonomous driving enterprise, considering the potential large-scale commercial deployment of autonomous vehicles from Guizhou in Germany,' Klingel added. – Xinhua automotive industries China germany technology
The Star
19-07-2025
- The Star
Cave tourism in China's Guizhou is buzzing with underground wonders
Helmet strapped and headlamp shining, 14-year-old Wang Zichen zipped into the shadowy depths of a karst cave, part of a growing wave of underground adventure tourism in southwest China's mountainous regions. Beneath the towering peaks of Guizhou Province stretches a vast karst world filled with tens of thousands of ancient caves. Formed over hundreds of millions of years by persistent water erosion, these caves hold dramatic geological formations, rich biodiversity and traces of early human activity. In February, Guizhou rolled out a plan to promote classified management, ecological restoration and responsible development of cave resources, aiming to enhance their ecological, scientific and tourism values. An expanding range of cave-based ventures is now flourishing across the province, drawing visitors and boosting local economies. The province's efforts align with the theme of the ongoing Eco Forum Global Guiyang 2025, which recently took place in the provincial capital, highlighting the conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. Cave economy 'It is both exciting and informative,' said Wang, who explored the Forest Coolpark scenic spot nestled in Libo Karst – part of the South China Karst, a Unesco World Heritage Site – with friends during his summer vacation. Inside the cave, he admired the stunning stalactites while learning about karst geology. According to Ren Peng, general manager of the scenic site, a variety of cave-based activities have been developed to suit diverse terrain, including caving adventures, sightseeing tours, cave camping and even cave hotpot dining. Since the May Day holiday this year, the site has welcomed nearly 10,000 tourists, generating over CN¥7mil (RM4.15mil) in revenue. 'We follow an ecology-first principle in our development,' Ren said. He added, 'We preserve the caves' natural features while designing tour routes, and avoid any construction in deeper sections. All waste is strictly managed and removed from the caves daily.' 'It's necessary to develop caves based on solid scientific cave research,' said Jean Bottazzi, a French caver and representative of the French Federation of Speleology in China, in an interview during the eco forum. He has spent over three decades studying Shuanghedong Cave, the longest known cave in Asia, located in Guizhou's Suiyang County. Over the years, Bottazzi has worked with local authorities and developers to provide expert guidance on balancing cave tourism with conservation. 'It's encouraging to see that responsible development not only preserves the cave environment, but also brings economic benefits to local villagers by creating new job opportunities,' he added. Karst caves in Guizhou are gaining more attention among tourists. — ESIYMBRO/Wikimedia Commons According to incomplete statistics, the direct market size of Guizhou's cave tourism sector has reached an estimated CNY¥1bil (RM593mil). In addition to tourism, many caves have been creatively repurposed for commercial use. Some have been transformed into restaurants, bars and homestays, while others serve as sites for winemaking, mushroom cultivation, or even data storage, taking advantage of their naturally stable temperature and humidity. 'These caves, once dormant in the depths of the mountains, are now awakening as unique assets of the region. They are no longer just natural wonders, but also cultural and economic symbols,' said Qin Xiaokang, deputy director of the culture, radio, television and tourism bureau of Libo County. Modern tech Speaking at a sub-forum of the ongoing event, Hassina Mouri, president of the International Union of Geological Sciences, emphasised the role of innovative technologies in promoting environmental engagement. 'By using tools like big data and artificial intelligence, we detect, predict and better comprehend the interactions among different parts of our natural environment.' In an interview, Zhou Wenlong, deputy director of the Guizhou Institute of Mountain Resources, said high-tech tools are playing a key role in addressing the challenges of karst cave conservation and development. 'Some caves have fragile ecosystems and complex terrains that are difficult to access,' Zhou said. 'We use terrestrial laser scanning technology to produce high-precision 3D models of cave interiors, and leverage digital tools to offer virtual access to these delicate sites.' These technologies have already been applied in Zhijindong Cave Unesco Global Geopark in Guizhou's Bijie City. According to Liu Haibo, general manager of Guizhou Zhijindong Cave Tourism Development, the geopark first completed a full laser scan of the caves in 2015, with a second scan planned for next year. 'By comparing the records, we can monitor the condition of each stalactite, whether it's growing or damaged, and adjust our conservation and development strategy accordingly,' Liu said. Since 2019, the geopark has also introduced an intelligent tourism system to monitor cave temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide levels and visitor flow in real time, helping to ensure both landscape protection and tourist safety. China's green development practices are drawing international recognition. 'The ideas and approaches taken in China's green provinces to balance economic growth and environmental protection are applicable everywhere,' said Erik Solheim, former United Nations under-secretary-general. 'Many cities in the developing world could look to China for inspiration.' – Xinhua
The Sun
07-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Global Eco forum in China's Guiyang highlights Green Transformation
GUIYANG, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 July 2025 - Eco Forum Global Guiyang 2025, China's only national-level international forum dedicated to ecological civilization, kicked off on Saturday in Guiyang, the capital of southwest China's Guizhou Province. This year's event, themed 'Harmonious coexistence between humans and nature -- global collaborative development for green transformation,' has attracted some 800 participants. Twenty sub-forums will be held, covering key topics on sustainable development, climate change, biodiversity conservation and environmental governance. During the two-day event, the latest eco-friendly technologies and products in fields like new energy and solid waste treatment will be unveiled and promoted. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Morris Toiraena, deputy speaker of the National Parliament of Solomon Islands, praised the forum's role in promoting international green cooperation. 'The forum's enduring commitment to ecological civilization, aligned with China's forward-thinking concepts, policies and actions, serves as an inspiring example for all of us,' he said. Since its inception in 2009, the forum has successfully convened 12 sessions. It now serves as both a key platform to showcase China's progress in ecological civilization and a cultural bridge for fostering international exchanges and cooperation. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Arabian Post
07-07-2025
- Science
- Arabian Post
Global Eco forum in China's Guiyang highlights Green Transformation
This photo taken on July 5, 2025 shows a sign of the Eco Forum Global Guiyang 2025 in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province. GUIYANG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 July 2025 – Eco Forum Global Guiyang 2025, China's only national-level international forum dedicated to ecological civilization, kicked off on Saturday in Guiyang, the capital of southwest China's Guizhou Province. This year's event, themed 'Harmonious coexistence between humans and nature — global collaborative development for green transformation,' has attracted some 800 participants. Twenty sub-forums will be held, covering key topics on sustainable development, climate change, biodiversity conservation and environmental governance. The Opening Ceremony of 2025 Eco Forum Global Guyang, Photographed on July 5th 2025. During the two-day event, the latest eco-friendly technologies and products in fields like new energy and solid waste treatment will be unveiled and promoted. ADVERTISEMENT Speaking at the opening ceremony, Morris Toiraena, deputy speaker of the National Parliament of Solomon Islands, praised the forum's role in promoting international green cooperation. 'The forum's enduring commitment to ecological civilization, aligned with China's forward-thinking concepts, policies and actions, serves as an inspiring example for all of us,' he said. Since its inception in 2009, the forum has successfully convened 12 sessions. It now serves as both a key platform to showcase China's progress in ecological civilization and a cultural bridge for fostering international exchanges and cooperation. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
The Star
06-07-2025
- General
- The Star
China Focus: Experts praise China's ecological progress at Eco Forum Global
GUIYANG, July 7 (Xinhua) -- International experts attending the Eco Forum Global Guiyang 2025 have praised China's progress in ecological protection and environmental governance. The forum dedicated to ecological civilization opened on Saturday in Guiyang, the capital of southwest China's Guizhou Province, bringing together approximately 800 participants from around the world. It features 20 sub-forums covering key topics such as sustainable development, climate change, biodiversity conservation and environmental governance. In an interview with Xinhua, former United Nations Under-Secretary-General Erik Solheim expressed his admiration for China's "river chief" system, particularly in the eastern provinces of Zhejiang and Jiangsu. Under this system, individuals are appointed to oversee specific river sections, ensuring accountability and efficient responses to environmental violations. "That's a system which can be implemented everywhere," Solheim said. "Many cities in the developing world could look to China for inspiration." James Thornton, founder of non-profit environmental law organization ClientEarth and a professor at the University of Oxford, also commended China's strides in ecological governance. Thornton first visited China in 2014 on invitation to offer advice on the country's environmental protection legislation. He has since closely followed the country's legal progress in this area. When he returned the following year, he was impressed to learn that China had appointed many environmental judges. "That was unique anywhere in the world. At the time, there were really only a few environmental judges outside China," he said. This year, Thornton pointed to progress in the large-scale ecological restoration of the Yangtze River Basin. Once heavily polluted by rapid industrialization and urbanization, the basin is now showing promising signs of recovery. "It only took a few years, and it's already starting to work really well," he said. Gordon Watson, chief executive of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park in Scotland, said that he has seen China's commitment to the "30 by 30" global goal, which aims to effectively conserve and manage at least 30 percent of the world's terrestrial, inland water, marine and coastal areas by 2030. Over the past two years, the Scottish park has been partnering with the Giant Panda National Park in southwest China's Sichuan Province to exchange knowledge on balancing conservation and human activity. "I have seen there is a lot of expertise in China's habitat and species management, and the standards are very high," he said. Watson said he was especially impressed by the modern technology deployed in China's national parks, such as infrared sensing technology and satellite coverage to monitor the movement of species like pandas and snow leopards. "China is leading in this area," he noted. "China plays a vital role as an emerging global leader in eco-civilization," Hassina Mouri, president of the International Union of Geological Sciences, said at a sub-forum of the event. "China shows a strong commitment to investing in research and promoting international collaboration in eco-civilization, and the significant progress achieved so far reflects the country's steadfast dedication and passion for the field," she added.
