第22届东博会在南宁举行——促进中国东盟往来 深化区域发展合作

Group 1: Event Overview - The 22nd China-ASEAN Expo and China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit was held in Nanning, Guangxi from September 17 to 21, attracting over 3,200 enterprises from 60 countries and regions [1] - The theme of this year's expo was "Digital Intelligence Empowers Development, Innovation Leads the Future," focusing on showcasing the latest developments in emerging industry cooperation, trade investment, and cultural exchanges between China and ASEAN countries [1] Group 2: Artificial Intelligence Focus - A new 10,000 square meter AI pavilion was established at the expo, highlighting the significant role of artificial intelligence, with over 50% of exhibits in the China exhibition area related to AI [2] - The first China-ASEAN AI Ministerial Forum was held, and a list of future unicorn AI companies targeting ASEAN was released, indicating a strong interest in AI collaboration [2] - Indonesian AI startup AiSensum expressed that the AI pavilion provided an important platform for ASEAN companies to connect with the Chinese market [2] Group 3: Economic Integration and Trade Opportunities - ASEAN and China remain each other's largest trading partners, with steady growth in direct investments, as highlighted by Cambodian officials [4] - The expo featured a "Belt and Road" international exhibition area, showcasing unique products from various countries, indicating the event's expanding significance beyond just China and ASEAN [4] - The successful hosting of the expo is seen as a platform for deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between ASEAN and China, enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, and tourism [4] Group 4: Cultural Exchange and People-to-People Connections - The expo serves as a platform for promoting cultural exchanges and mutual understanding between China and ASEAN countries, with various activities planned for the ASEAN-China Cultural Exchange Year [5][6] - The China-ASEAN Youth Leaders Growth Program was initiated to foster international exchange and cooperation among young leaders from both regions [5] - Increased personnel exchanges between China and ASEAN countries, with over 25.2 million visits recorded from January to August, reflect the growing ties and mutual understanding [6]