Xi Jinping congratulates China on successful 20th Western China International Fair, boosting regional trade and cooperation

Xi Jinping congratulates the 20th Western China International Fair, highlighting continued commitment to regional development.

Xi Jinping congratulates China on successful 20th Western China International Fair, boosting regional trade and cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter on Sunday to mark the opening of the 20th Western China International Fair, held in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. The message highlighted China's ongoing commitment to regional cooperation, global connectivity, and high-level economic development.

In his letter, President Xi emphasized that this year's fair centers on expanding high-level openness, deepening exchanges and cooperation between regions, and advancing the establishment of a modern industrial system. He underscored the importance of these themes in shaping a new development paradigm for western China.

Xi noted that the event provides an effective platform for countries across the globe to share in the growth opportunities emerging from China's western region. He also stressed the role of the fair in promoting the high-quality joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative, which seeks to enhance international infrastructure and trade cooperation.

"Unity fosters shared success and collaboration drives common progress," Xi stated, adding that China is ready to use the fair as an opportunity to promote greater mutual understanding, strengthen friendships, and deepen cooperation with partners worldwide.

The President reaffirmed China's dedication to upholding the multilateral trading system. He called for joint efforts to ensure stable and smooth global industrial and supply chains, which he said would inject momentum into the prosperity and development of the global economy.

The 20th Western China International Fair officially opened in Chengdu on Sunday under the theme "Deepen Reform For More Momentum, Expand Openness for Greater Growth." Hosted by the People's Government of Sichuan Province, the fair draws participation from domestic and international businesses, government officials, and representatives from various sectors seeking to explore investment, trade, and innovation opportunities in western China.