Group 1 - The core theme of the 2025 Global Digital Economy Conference is "Building Digital Friendly Cities," with participation from over 300 international guests from more than 50 countries and organizations [2] - The establishment of the Global Digital Economy City Alliance marks a significant step towards mechanized collaboration in global digital governance, involving over 40 core cities from five continents [2] - The alliance focuses on key issues such as digital infrastructure development, cross-border data governance, AI ethics, and smart city applications, aiming to enhance urban cluster collaboration and innovation in digital governance [2] Group 2 - Beijing and other regions are leading the way in urban digital transformation, integrating data flow and utilization into all aspects of urban planning, construction, and operation, which enhances economic vitality and governance levels [3] - In the first quarter of this year, Beijing's digital economy added value grew by 8.3% year-on-year, with core industries increasing by 9.7%, indicating significant progress in digital economic development [3] - The exploration of digital economy concepts and pathways in Beijing has evolved over time, from the "Digital Economy Partner Cities" initiative in 2023 to the launch of the Global Digital Economy City Alliance in 2024 [3] Group 3 - The construction of digital friendly cities is seen as a new path for urban development and a foundational aspect of the restructuring of the global governance system, emphasizing the need for collaborative mechanisms across countries and sectors [4] - The "Global Digital Friendly Initiative" was launched during the conference to foster global consensus and promote the creation of a digital friendly world [4] Group 4 - The critical role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the digital economy is highlighted, as they are seen as the main force and source of innovation, benefiting from platform empowerment [5] - The need for inclusive support for SMEs aligns with the principles of the Global Digital Friendly Initiative, emphasizing the importance of creating a conducive environment for their development in building digital friendly cities [5]