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Malaysian Reserve
4 days ago
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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
4 days ago
- 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
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4 days ago
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Guangxi's Baise City Deepens China-Vietnam Ties Through Cultural Exchange
KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 (Bernama) -- A series of cultural exchange events were held in Baise City, Guangxi, China, in April this year to mark the 75th anniversary of China-Vietnam diplomatic relations and the "Year of China-Vietnam Cultural Exchanges". According to the People's Government of Baise City in a statement, the activities aimed to promote mutual understanding and friendship, particularly among the younger generation, and to strengthen people-to-people ties between the two neighbouring countries. Baise City, which shares borders and close cultural ties with Vietnam, welcomed residents from Vietnam's Cao Bang Province, including participants from Cao Bang City, Trung Khanh District and Ha Quang District, to take part in the 2025 China-Vietnam Border Residents' San Yue San Festival Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition in Jingxi City. The event featured over 10 cultural programmes, including a China-Vietnam Youth Folk Music Concert at Jinxiu Ancient Town, where young performers from both countries jointly performed the song 'Vietnam-China'. A traditional costume showcase was also held at the Egret Spring Scenic Area, highlighting Zhuang ethnic attire and Vietnam's iconic Ao Dai in a scenic outdoor setting. The festival also included a speciality food exhibition, showcasing Vietnamese coffee, Chinese tea and local handicrafts. Youth participants engaged in a traditional embroidered ball-tossing event, using handmade balls from Jiuzhou Ancient Town in Jingxi. In Tianlin County, a Vietnamese art troupe was invited for the first time to perform at the opening gala of the 2025 Tianlin Zhuang Opera Festival. The troupe performed traditional Vietnamese songs such as 'The Road Home' and 'Gazing at the Moon, Thinking of You', alongside local Zhuang music performances. Meanwhile, Napo County hosted the 2025 Guangxi San Yue San · Napo Xiangdan China-Vietnam Border Residents Gala, featuring joint performances from both countries. Programmes included the 'Ao Dai and Conical Hat Dance' and a series of cultural showcases that reflected the ethnic diversity of the region. Other side events included a football invitational tournament, mountain song performances, and friendly competitions among border residents.
