Core Insights - The eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) is being held in Shanghai, featuring the Hongqiao International Economic Forum, which focuses on "open cooperation to create new opportunities and share a new future" [1][3] - The flagship report "World Open Report 2025" was released, indicating a slight decline in the global openness index for 2024, with developed economies showing a decrease while emerging markets and developing economies have improved [3][4] Global Economic Trends - The global openness index for 2024 is projected at 0.7545, down 0.05% year-on-year; developed economies' index is 0.7859 (down 0.25%), while emerging markets' index is 0.7125 (up 0.42%) [3] - China’s openness index has risen from 0.5891 in 1990 to 0.7634 in 2024, marking a nearly 30% increase over 35 years, positioning China as a leader in global openness [3] Multilateral Cooperation - The forum emphasizes "revitalizing multilateral cooperation," addressing global trade restructuring and enhancing supply chain resilience [6][7] - Various international leaders, including from Azerbaijan and the United Nations, praised China's role in promoting international cooperation and trade liberalization [4][6] Innovation and Technology - The forum discusses innovation as a key driver of development, focusing on trends in artificial intelligence, green technology, and sustainable development [8] - Experts highlight the importance of collaboration in AI development and the potential of new technologies to drive economic growth and productivity [9][8] Regional Development - The forum underscores the significance of enhancing economic resilience in the Global South and promoting sustainable agricultural development [6] - Initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative are seen as vital for infrastructure development and industrialization in African countries [6][9]
第八届虹桥国际经济论坛举行 为推动构建开放型世界经济贡献智慧力量
Ren Min Ri Bao·2025-11-07 07:05