Group 1 - The "BRICS cooperation" aims to uphold its founding purpose, align with the needs of the times, maintain and practice multilateralism, and contribute to global stability and development [1] - China emphasizes the importance of an open world economy, opposing unilateralism and protectionism, and promoting trade and investment liberalization [1][2] - Financial openness is a crucial part of China's external opening, which is essential for achieving high-quality development [1] Group 2 - Recent international trade order and multilateral trade systems have faced significant challenges, but China remains committed to opening up as the world's second-largest economy [2] - The State Administration of Foreign Exchange launched a new offshore international trade business verification application to enhance cross-border financial service convenience [3] - The new application aims to improve the efficiency of cross-border fund settlement for new offshore international trade, supporting the development of the real economy [3][4] Group 3 - The "Belt and Road" initiative has led to practical cooperation results, such as the expansion of the Caspian Sea asphalt plant, which will alleviate Kazakhstan's infrastructure needs [5][6] - Since the initiative's inception in 2013, China has signed over 200 cooperation documents with more than 150 countries, with a 2.2% year-on-year increase in trade with these countries in Q1 [6] Group 4 - Foreign financial institutions are accelerating their presence in China as the economy transitions and the financial market opens [7] - Attracting foreign investment can drive economic growth, job creation, and technological advancement in China [7] - Chinese banks are optimizing financial services to support foreign enterprises in deepening their market presence in China [7]

Group 1 - The National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) will hold a press conference on March 3, 2024, at 15:00 in the Great Hall of the People [1] - Liu Jieyi has been appointed as the spokesperson for the CPPCC's third session of the 14th National Committee, having a long history in the diplomatic system [1] - Liu Jieyi's previous roles include Director-General of the Department of Arms Control, Director-General of the Department of International Affairs, and China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations [1] Group 2 - The press conference will cover topics such as China's economic situation and the Belt and Road Initiative, with Liu Jieyi answering questions from both domestic and foreign media [1] - The press conference is expected to last approximately one hour, during which Liu will respond to ten questions from journalists [1]