Meeting focuses on strengthening global governance, advancing Belt and Road cooperation

Boao Forum for Asia officials said this year the forum will focus on strengthening global governance and advancing Belt and Road cooperation. Officials say major topics will also include dual circulation, carbon neutrality and an aging society. Also high on agenda are COVID-19 vaccines and digital economy, both critical to Asia and the world. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the forum, which will be held from April 18th to 21st in south China's Hainan province. About 2000 representatives from different industries will attend the meeting. Li Baodong, the forum's secretary general, said looking into the impact of COVID-19 and restoring confidence in global cooperation would be of key importance for the event.

"In the face of increasing international contradictions and disputes, global challenges have become more prominent. All parties believe strengthening global governance is more important and urgent than ever. With production flow blocked, 'Belt and Road' cooperation has promoted the economic recovery of Asia and adjacent regions, demonstrated the determination of Asian countries to promote international cooperation, and also provided an 'Asian perspective' for improving global governance," LI Baodong, Secretary General, Boao Forum for Asia said.