Fuzhou:The 2026 Media Cooperation Forum on Belt and Road commenced on Tuesday in Fuzhou, southeast China's Fujian Province, with the active participation of the Emirates News Agency (WAM).
According to WAM, the forum, organized collaboratively by People's Daily and the People's Government of Fujian Province, attracted media and political leaders globally. These leaders underscored the media's critical role in promoting cultural exchanges and enhancing international economic cooperation.
Xian Hui, Vice Chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, highlighted Fujian Province's strategic significance as a historical starting point of the Maritime Silk Road in her opening speech. She emphasized the necessity of strengthening media cooperation across nations to facilitate development exchanges, understanding, and closer ties among people.
Yu Shaoliang, President of People's Daily, also reinforced the importance of media partnerships among Belt and Road Initiative countries. He mentioned that the forum serves as a platform for dialogue and practical cooperation, promoting mutual understanding and trust. He highlighted the ongoing collaboration with media organizations in participating countries to foster sustainable cooperation through news exchange, content production, and professional training.
Keynote speeches during the forum focused on building partnerships through content and technical expertise exchange, fostering connectivity, and overcoming barriers to understanding. The discussions also highlighted the need for a unified approach to global media challenges, aiming for shared prosperity and stability for humanity.