Group 1: Key Developments in Infrastructure Projects - The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway, financed by China Development Bank, has been operational for two years, covering 142.3 kilometers with a maximum speed of 350 km/h, significantly reducing travel time between Jakarta and Bandung to 46 minutes, and has transported over 11.25 million passengers by the end of August 2023 [1] - The railway project has employed local Indonesian workers, with nearly 45,000 receiving training in various skills, contributing to local employment and expertise development [1] - The Lekki Deep Sea Port in Nigeria, supported by China Development Bank, has seen a 63% year-on-year increase in total throughput since its opening in April 2023, serving as a model for Sino-African cooperation [8] Group 2: Financial Support and Initiatives - China Development Bank has issued over 780 billion yuan in loans to support the Belt and Road Initiative since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan, covering 118 countries and regions [2] - A new 350 billion yuan financing window has been established to support Belt and Road projects, enhancing international financial cooperation and meeting diverse funding needs [3] - The bank has provided 394 billion yuan under its foreign trade stabilization quota, benefiting over 10,000 small and micro foreign trade enterprises [4] Group 3: Economic Impact and Employment Generation - The second phase of the Saysettha Comprehensive Development Zone in Laos, supported by China Development Bank, has attracted 168 companies, generating over 3 billion USD in annual output and creating more than 8,000 jobs [4] - The renovation of the Belgrano freight railway in Argentina has increased its capacity to 235% of its previous level, improving the competitiveness of Argentine agricultural products in international markets [9] - In Africa, China Development Bank has issued 23.39 billion yuan in loans to support small and medium enterprises, directly creating 270,000 jobs and benefiting 110,000 farmers [9] Group 4: Future Directions and Strategic Goals - China Development Bank aims to enhance cooperation in both traditional and emerging sectors, focusing on high-quality Belt and Road development and fostering new financial growth drivers [12] - The bank is committed to deepening multilateral financial cooperation and expanding its support for infrastructure and industrial collaboration [12]
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Jin Rong Shi Bao·2025-10-21 01:38