中新网金边11月23日电 (杨强强宝仪)"澜湄国家青年旅游大使交流活动"项目结项仪式21日在柬埔寨暹粒 举行。中国驻柬埔寨大使汪文斌、柬埔寨旅游大臣胡哈、柬埔寨外交与国际合作部国务秘书棉金兴等出 席活动并致辞。 澜湄国家旅游资源丰富，旅游业是推动地区可持续发展和共同繁荣的重要引擎。由澜湄合作专项资金支 持的"澜湄国家青年旅游大使交流活动"，旨在通过发挥青年优势、激发青年潜能、支持青年往来，进一 步提升澜湄国家旅游业的宣传效果、创新能力、合作水平。 胡哈冀望各国持续赋能青年，提升其数字传播、酒店管理、语言能力、创新精神和文化理解，为区域旅 游发展储备新生力量。他强调区域协调与人文交流的重要性，表示柬政府坚定致力于在澜湄合作框架下 推动可持续与包容性旅游发展，推进行业数字化转型，支持青年更广泛参与区域合作。 棉金兴表示，将青年视角纳入区域政策方向有助于提升旅游业韧性，他呼吁澜湄各国政府、机构和社区 加强协作，共同推动区域旅游复苏和可持续发展。(完) （文章来源：中国新闻网） 前述项目开创"澜湄+旅游+青年"的交流合作模式，不仅为地区旅游业转型升级注入新活力，也为各 国"Z世代"对话交流搭建新平台。汪文斌表示，此次 ...

Core Points - Cambodia's national airline will introduce the Chinese-made C909 aircraft for commercial flights starting in 2026, marking a significant step in modernizing its fleet and enhancing international competitiveness [1][2] - The collaboration with COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China) aims to strengthen connectivity between Cambodia and second- and third-tier cities in China, as well as other key destinations in Southeast Asia [2] Group 1 - The Cambodian Secretary of State for Civil Aviation announced the introduction of the C909 aircraft, which is expected to be operational in the second half of 2026 [1] - The visit of the Cambodian delegation to COMAC resulted in a strategic agreement to expedite the airworthiness certification of the C909 aircraft in Cambodia [1] - A memorandum of understanding was signed for the procurement of 20 C909 aircraft, with 10 confirmed orders and 10 intended orders [1] Group 2 - The partnership aligns with the Belt and Road Initiative and the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation framework, aiming to promote regional aviation connectivity, trade growth, tourism recovery, and economic integration [2]

Core Insights - Yunnan has successfully advanced cross-border RMB business since the "14th Five-Year Plan," achieving full coverage with South Asian and Southeast Asian countries [1] - As of August this year, Yunnan has established cross-border RMB settlement channels with 132 countries (regions), with a cumulative settlement amount exceeding 934.3 billion yuan, accelerating the internationalization of the RMB [1] Group 1: Economic Cooperation and Development - Yunnan has strengthened policy communication, infrastructure connectivity, trade facilitation, financial integration, and people-to-people exchanges with neighboring countries, deepening international regional cooperation [1] - The province has established 12 bilateral cooperation mechanisms with 9 countries, achieving full coverage of bilateral cooperation mechanisms with Mekong countries [1] - Yunnan has formed 118 international friendship city pairs with 39 countries, including 59 pairs with South Asian and Southeast Asian countries [1] Group 2: Infrastructure and Trade Capacity - The international passageways in Yunnan are rapidly developing, with domestic sections of the China-Vietnam, China-Laos, and China-Myanmar international highways completed [2] - The cargo handling capacity at Yunnan's ports has increased from 38 million tons in 2021 to 80 million tons, marking significant improvements in port infrastructure [2] - Yunnan has established 14 cross-border electricity interconnection channels and has a stable operation of the China-Myanmar oil and gas pipeline [2] Group 3: Innovation and Technology Collaboration - Yunnan is promoting technological cooperation with 17 neighboring and Belt and Road Initiative countries, establishing 125 international joint innovation platforms [2]

Group 1 - The 2025 Lancang-Mekong Youth Entrepreneurs Exchange Camp was held in Lijiang, Yunnan Province, focusing on the theme "Youth in Lancang-Mekong, Innovating the Future" to harness the wisdom and strength of youth from six countries for economic development in the Lancang-Mekong region [2] - The "Lancang-Mekong Youth Entrepreneurs Project Cooperation Database and Workshop" was officially launched, aiming to empower regional youth entrepreneurs through an online and offline collaborative mechanism, facilitating precise information matching and providing comprehensive services from demand connection to project implementation [4] - During the event, representatives discussed three major topics: "Innovation: New Opportunities for Regional Economic Growth," "Upgrade: New Paths for Traditional Industry Transformation," and "Coexistence: Deepening Cooperation and Mutual Benefit," along with industry promotion and workshops for youth entrepreneurs [6]

Core Viewpoint - Lijiang is actively promoting investment opportunities to young entrepreneurs from the Lancang-Mekong countries, focusing on five key areas: investment policies, foreign trade facilitation, highland特色 agriculture, green industry, and cultural tourism [1][2] Group 1: Investment Opportunities - Lijiang introduced its investment policies and cooperation opportunities to over 80 young entrepreneurs from six Lancang-Mekong countries during the 2025 Lancang-Mekong Youth Entrepreneurs Exchange Camp [1] - The city has achieved a total foreign trade import and export value of 1.098 billion RMB from 2021 to 2024, with significant exports of local products like porcelain tableware, dried mushrooms, and mangoes to Southeast Asian countries [1][2] Group 2: Trade and Economic Cooperation - Lijiang's trade with Lancang-Mekong countries has been increasing, with Vietnam and Myanmar identified as the most important trade partners in Southeast Asia [1] - The city has seen the establishment of 96 new foreign-funded enterprises since 2021, with a contracted foreign investment of 530 million USD [2] Group 3: Infrastructure and Connectivity - Improved transportation connectivity, including the completion of international flight routes to Bangkok and Hanoi, has facilitated trade and travel between Lijiang and Southeast Asian countries [1] - The implementation of the 240-hour visa-free transit policy and the opening of the China-Laos Railway have further enhanced economic cooperation [1] Group 4: Agricultural Development - Lijiang's agricultural sector is actively participating in events like the Lancang-Mekong Fruit Procurement Festival to promote high-quality local products in Southeast Asian markets [2] - The city aims to enhance the utilization rate of free trade agreements, including RCEP and the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement, to improve its business environment [2]

Core Points - The Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) is a new sub-regional cooperation mechanism initiated by China and five Southeast Asian countries, focusing on education exchange as a key component [1] - In 2022, Hohai University established the Lancang-Mekong College, enrolling 60 international students annually from LMC countries, promoting deep exchanges in water resources, environment, energy, and agriculture [1] - Students from LMC countries express aspirations to apply their knowledge in their home countries to address local issues, particularly in water resource management and social governance [1][3] - Hohai University emphasizes the importance of educational cooperation in strengthening Sino-foreign water resource and energy collaboration, contributing to the Belt and Road Initiative [3]

Core Viewpoint - Qiaoyin Co., Ltd. has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Charoen Pokphand Group in Bangkok, focusing on environmental sustainability in the Mekong River region [1][2] Group 1: Strategic Cooperation - The agreement aims to explore environmental governance, restoration, and sustainable management in the Mekong River basin, utilizing smart monitoring technology and pollution control solutions [1] - This collaboration aligns with the Lancang-Mekong cooperation mechanism, promoting regional environmental protection [1] Group 2: Technological Innovation - Qiaoyin Co., Ltd. will collaborate with leading global technology companies such as Huawei, IBM, Yushu Technology, and Galaxy Aerospace in various fields [1] Group 3: Company Background - Charoen Pokphand Group, founded in 1921, operates in over 100 countries with more than 460,000 employees and is projected to achieve global sales of $102.2 billion in 2024 [1] - Qiaoyin Co., Ltd. is the first A-share listed urban public utility service company in China, with a comprehensive service system and AI-enabled management capabilities covering over 100 cities nationwide [1]

Core Points - The signing ceremony for the 2025 Mekong Cooperation Special Fund project agreement took place in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, with representatives from China and Cambodia present [1][2] - China has supported Cambodia in implementing 108 projects through the Mekong Cooperation Special Fund, benefiting hundreds of thousands of people across more than ten provinces [1] - The 11 new cooperation projects signed include cultural heritage protection, peace initiatives, and empowerment of female entrepreneurs, showcasing the vitality and potential of Mekong cooperation [1] Summary by Sections - **Mekong Cooperation Fund**: The Mekong Cooperation Special Fund has facilitated significant projects in poverty alleviation, education, and health, contributing to local development [1][2] - **Future Collaboration**: China expresses willingness to enhance collaboration with Mekong countries, focusing on digital economy and artificial intelligence, aiming for a new decade of cooperation [2] - **Cambodia's Perspective**: Cambodia acknowledges the fund's role in regional integration and sustainable development, emphasizing its impact on local livelihoods and economic growth [2]

Core Viewpoint - Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) has established itself as a "golden benchmark" for global regional cooperation over the past decade, emphasizing inclusivity and equal consultation among the six member countries [3][6]. Mechanism Development - The LMC has developed a multi-layered cooperation framework, including leaders' meetings, foreign ministers' meetings, and specialized cooperation centers in areas such as water resources and environmental protection [5][6]. - Trade between China and the five Mekong countries has surged from a low starting point to $437 billion in 2024, marking a 125% increase since the mechanism's inception [6]. Economic Connectivity - The China-Laos Railway has facilitated the transport of over 50 million tons of goods in three years, expanding the variety of transported products from over 500 to 3,000 [6]. - The establishment of "smart ports" in Yunnan has exemplified the integration of hard and soft connectivity within the LMC framework [6]. Social and Cultural Exchange - The number of Chinese tourists visiting Vietnam increased by 77.8% in the first two months of 2025, highlighting the growth in people-to-people exchanges [8]. - The LMC has successfully implemented joint law enforcement mechanisms to combat cross-border crimes, enhancing regional security [8]. Water Resource Management - The LMC has established a multi-level policy coordination mechanism for cross-border water resource management, including the creation of a five-year action plan for water resource cooperation [9][10]. - Since 2020, China has provided hydrological data to Mekong countries, aiding in flood and drought management [9]. Biodiversity and Environmental Protection - The LMC has signed a strategic framework for environmental cooperation, focusing on biodiversity protection and combating illegal wildlife trade [10]. - Joint initiatives have led to the establishment of protected areas and the release of over 4.2 million native fish into the Mekong River to restore aquatic resources [10]. Cultural Integration - The LMC promotes cultural exchanges that transition from spontaneous interactions to systematic collaboration, enhancing mutual understanding among member countries [12]. - Cross-border religious activities and shared cultural elements among ethnic groups have fostered a unique cultural landscape in the region [12]. Governance Innovation - The LMC distinguishes itself from other transnational river governance models by emphasizing voluntary participation and equal consultation among member states [17]. - The mechanism integrates economic, social, and cultural governance, creating a comprehensive governance system that focuses on value creation through cooperation [17].

Core Points - The 10th Foreign Ministers' Meeting of the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation was held in Anning, Yunnan, emphasizing the progress and future direction of the cooperation mechanism [1] - Wang Yi proposed a "Lancang-Mekong Cooperation 2.0" aimed at fostering unity, cooperation, openness, and innovation among the six participating countries [1] - The meeting highlighted the importance of multilateralism and free trade in addressing complex international challenges [1] Group 1 - The meeting was co-chaired by Wang Yi, Chinese Foreign Minister, and Thailand's Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai, with participation from foreign ministers of Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam [1] - Wang Yi outlined four key suggestions for future cooperation: enhancing top-level design, promoting innovative development, deepening law enforcement cooperation, and strengthening cultural exchanges [1] - The meeting acknowledged the achievements of the past decade and the significant role of China in leading the cooperation [1] Group 2 - Three outcome documents were released: the "Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Five-Year Action Plan (2023-2027) Annual Progress Report for 2024," the "2025 Annual List of Special Fund Support Projects," and a report on enhancing non-traditional security cooperation [2]