The 2025 China Development Forum brought together top global executives and Chinese leaders to discuss innovation, growth, and international cooperation. Highlighting technologies like the AI model DeepSeek, the forum emphasized China’s transition into a global innovation hub. Despite global protectionism, multinational firms reaffirmed their confidence in China’s market and its role in global stability.
BRICS bridge- The 2025 China Development Forum opened in Beijing, attracting 86 representatives from 21 multinational companies. Attendants included Tim Cook of Apple, Jay Y. Lee of Samsung, and Oliver Zipse of BMW. The forum, themed “Releasing Growth Momentum for Global Stability,” saw Chinese Premier Li Qiang deliver a keynote speech, with 17 ministers and 25 SOE leaders participating.
Discussions highlighted China’s technological progress, such as the AI model DeepSeek, and economic goals. Speakers emphasized China’s transition to a global innovation leader through strategic planning and investment. The forum also focused on international cooperation, with multinational executives expressing confidence in China’s market potential and commitment to further investment and partnership.
The event underscored China’s dedication to high – level opening – up and creating a business – friendly environment. Despite global protectionist trends, many American and European firms attended, showing their continued interest. The forum concluded with optimism about China’s economic future and its role in global growth, with participants agreeing on the importance of joint efforts for stability and prosperity.
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