Group 1 - The forum "Phoenix Bay Area Finance Forum 2025" was held in Guangzhou, focusing on the theme "New Pattern, New Path" to explore development opportunities amidst global economic changes [1] - Wei Jianguo, former Vice Minister of Commerce, emphasized the need for Chinese entrepreneurs to adapt to new circumstances and upgrade their strategies, products, and layouts to enhance international competitiveness [3] - Entrepreneurs are encouraged to target emerging markets such as ASEAN, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America, with examples of successful business missions to these regions [3] Group 2 - The core competitiveness of future products will increasingly depend on technological innovation and brand value, areas where Chinese companies currently need improvement [3] - Regions like Guangdong, Shandong, and Jiangsu are making progress in technology upgrades and brand building, indicating a positive trend for future breakthroughs [3] - Entrepreneurs should enhance their strategic vision by closely monitoring policy changes, geopolitical dynamics, and global market shifts, which are crucial for navigating the new economic landscape [4]