Group 1: Global Open Index Trends - The global openness is showing a complex pattern of "overall tightening, increasing differentiation, and energy conversion" with a slight decline in the global openness index by 0.05% year-on-year for 2024, down 0.34% from 2019, and down 5.39% from 2008 [1][2] - Economic openness index decreased by 0.22% and cultural openness index decreased by 0.58% year-on-year for 2024, both below the levels of 2019 and 2008 [2] Group 2: China's Role in Global Openness - China has emerged as a significant force in maintaining global openness, with its openness index rising from 0.5891 in 1990 to 0.7634 in 2024, marking an increase of nearly 30% over 35 years [1][4] - In the context of overall global tightening, China's openness index has increased by 12.44% since 2008 and by 1.44% since 2019, ranking first among major economies for 2024 with a year-on-year increase of 0.5% [4] Group 3: Foreign Investment in China - As of July 2025, foreign investment in China has led to the establishment of over 1.27 million enterprises with a total investment exceeding $3 trillion, with a direct investment return rate of approximately 9% over the past five years, ranking among the highest globally [5] Group 4: Multinational Companies' Perspectives - Multinational companies like GE Healthcare and Boston Scientific are optimistic about the opportunities in China's market, focusing on local innovation and adapting global technologies to meet local clinical needs [6][7] - The ongoing China International Import Expo is seen as a testament to China's strong market appeal and the stability of its open policies, enhancing Shanghai's role as a hub for global enterprises [6]
虹桥论坛发出中国高水平对外开放最强音—— 中国特色开放路径展现强大生命力
Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2025-11-05 18:37