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Italian Ambassador to China: CIIE is the World’s Largest Exhibition, Bringing More Opportunities for Italy
International online report (reporter Li Mengfei): The 3rd China International Import Expo is currently being held in Shanghai. The global epidemic of the new crown makes this CIIE something special, but the content of the CIIE remains rich and substantial. From fruits and vegetables, toys to supercars, yachts, smart machinery, digital platforms, etc., the 360,000 square meter showroom brings together global quality products. As an old friend of the CIIE, Italy did not participate this year, and this year it continued to bring out unique products and services. The Italian Ambassador to China, Fang Lanyi, said in an exclusive interview with journalists that the CIIE is the world’s largest exhibition and provides Italy with more opportunities to provide Chinese consumers with excellent products.
Fang Lanyi officially became the Italian ambassador to China in January this year and this is his first time participating in the CIIE. Although affected by the objective factors of the epidemic, the number of Italian exhibitors has decreased this year, but the enthusiasm of Italian companies to participate has not diminished. Fang Lanyi was deeply impressed by China’s willingness to share the market and the development opportunities demonstrated by the CIIE. He spoke highly of: “The CIIE is the largest exhibition in the world and it has been that way since its inception. Italian Foreign Minister Di Maio visited the CIIE in 2018 and 2019 respectively. Italy was also the guest of honor at the second CIIE. Previously, Italian exhibitors had reached 150-160, and this year was affected by the epidemic. As a result, 82 companies from Italy participated in the exhibition. Although the number is half the previous year, this is due to the significant efforts made by all sectors of the Italian economy. Therefore, I would like to say that Italy’s participation in the CIIE this year can be described as complete. “
Not long ago, the Fifth Plenary Session of the XIX Central Committee of the Communist Party of China adopted the proposal for the formulation of the fourteenth five-year plan of national economic and social development and the long-term goal 2035, which proposed to “accelerate the construction of a cycle domestic and international dual A new development pattern of mutual promotion, “Ambassador Fang Lanyi paid close attention to this. He believes that this reflects the increasing maturity of China’s economy and a manifestation of its transformation of economic development. At the same time , will bring Italy more opportunities: “Today, China is the world’s second largest economy and may become the world’s fastest growing economy. A large economy. China’s economy is now very mature. President Xi Jinping and State agencies have decided to change the national economy from export-oriented to consumer-oriented, from export-driven to boosting. ada by domestic demand. This is a stage that occurs naturally in mature economies. I think this offers more opportunities for Italy as an exporting country. Obviously, China has a mature customer base and has great consumer potential. Italy is one of the countries that can offer Chinese consumers excellent products. “
On November 4, President Xi Jinping held a telephone conversation with Italian President Mattarella to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy. Xi Jinping pointed out that for half a century, regardless of changes in the international situation, China and Italy have adhered to mutual respect, mutual trust, mutual benefit and mutual benefit, mutual learning and mutual assistance, becoming partners. comprehensive strategies, benefiting both peoples and developing bilateral relations for countries with different systems and cultural backgrounds. The relationship has set an example. Both sides should summarize the past, look to the future, continue with the past and open up the future, and promote the further development of China-Italy relations in the new era. Ambassador Fang Lanyi strongly agrees with President Xi Jinping’s speech. He believes the two countries have given new vitality to the millennial tradition in the past 50 years. Now they are at a new starting point to deepen their friendship and cooperation and continue to move forward hand in hand: “Nothing If in doubt, I would like to extend my greetings and congratulations to the people of Italy. The two countries have established diplomatic relations for 50 years, but don’t forget that the close relationship between our two civilizations dates back thousands of years, extending through politics and diplomacy. In the past 50 years, we have breathed new life into the millennium tradition. President Xi Jinping and President Mattarella congratulated the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang and Italian Prime Minister Kong We exchanged congratulatory messages on the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy The Ministers Foreign Ministry Wang Yi and Di Maio from the two countries also exchanged congratulatory messages. The leaders of both countries express their best wishes at the milestone of China’s unexpected diplomatic relations. This is very important. I think both. The same is true of the people of China. November 6 is the anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy. Together, we will host a wonderful online symphony concert to celebrate this important moment. The documentary on the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy will be officially broadcast. Italy’s Foreign Minister Di Maio delivered a congratulatory speech for this. On the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Italy and China, I personally express my best wishes to all the Chinese people. “
November 6, 2020 is the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy. During the interview, Ambassador Fang Lanyi specifically mentioned a live broadcast of products. At 8 o’clock in the afternoon on the 6th, China Central Radio and Television and China-Italy Chamber of Commerce and other institutions launched a special live broadcast of “Enjoy Good Things in Shanghai” with the products. Main station host Kang Hui and product host Li Jiaqi recommended to netizens. Good products from Italy. This event also attracted the attention of Ambassador Fang Lanyi. He expressed his appreciation to the venue for hosting the Italian special, and also hopes that Italian products can take this opportunity to sell in China: “Here, I would like to sincerely thank the China Radio and Television Headquarters. An event was organized of large-scale online delivery. I think this event is of great importance. Many Italian companies participated and there are many products in Italy that are highly appreciated by Chinese consumers. We wish very much the Italian special sale and harvest of Chinese consumers . Praise, this is our hope and goal always. “
