Chongqing Offers Insights into Chinese-Style Modernization for Global Guests

CHONGQING, China,April 22, 2025/PRNewswire/ --A news report from iChongqing - OnApril 21, the Stories of the CPC: Achievements ofChongqingin Practicing Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era thematic briefing took place inChongqing.

Over 200 participants, including political leaders from more than 50 countries, foreign diplomats inChina, and international business representatives, attended the event.

The event exploredChongqing'srole in Chinese-style modernization, addressing the question of what it truly looks like through featured activities like an Economic and Trade Promotion Meeting, Themed Dialogue Session, and a field visit to Minzhucun community.

At the thematic briefing, six CPC members living and working inChongqingshared their stories of dedication, shedding light on the city's achievements in fields such as intelligent manufacturing, opening-up, urban governance, rural revitalization, and urban renewal.

One key theme was the ongoing journey of openness, shared by Lyu Sixiang, a train driver from China Railway Chengdu Group's Chongqing Locomotive Depot.

Anna CordifromGermanywas impressed that workers like train drivers and city staff could share their stories at a major event. She said the China Railway Express has reshaped global trade by connectingChinaandEurope.

Julian Mordarski, Editor-in-Chief ofPoland'sDziennik Trybuna, noted that the event deepened his understanding of smart cities."Chongqingshows how a smart city really works,"he said, adding that whilePolandlacks similar technology, he sees future possibilities for collaboration with Chinese experts to build a smart city inPoland.

In addition to the story sharing, the event featured expert views, includingJohn Ross, Director of Economic and Business Policy forLondon'sMayor and Senior Fellow at Chongyang Institute for Financial Studies at Renmin University ofChina.

Ross comparedChongqingwithLondon, pointing out the differences in transportation systems and education."While London andNew Yorkare major financial hubs,Chongqingis a global manufacturing powerhouse,"he said.

John also highlighted the need forChongqing, like other major cities, to continue expanding internationally. He suggested that to effectively market a city, the promotion should be centered around its core strengths, with more localized efforts to build uponChongqing'sunique position.

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SOURCE iChongqing