Global thought leaders gathered in Beijing this week for the Mingde Strategic Dialogue 2025, hosted by Renmin University of China. With a theme straight out of a geopolitical thriller—‘Chinese Modernization: New Drivers of Globalization’—the event brought together experts from the U.S., Europe, Russia, and beyond to debate the future of our interconnected world. 🎤🌐
Former Italian Prime Minister Romano Prodi stole the spotlight, calling for stronger EU-China collaboration in tech, trade, and governance. ‘Globalization isn’t a solo sport,’ he declared, warning that tariff wars could leave everyone worse off. Prodi praised China’s role as a ‘modernization trailblazer’ and urged nations to ditch zero-sum thinking. 💼⚖️
Over two days, speakers dissected how China’s 40-year transformation—from tech leaps to poverty reduction—offers lessons for global development. Amid climate crises and economic headwinds, the forum highlighted China’s push to share its playbook for a ‘resilient, connected future.’ 📈🤝
One key takeaway? As Prodi put it: ‘Cooperation beats confrontation every time.’ With youth-led innovation and cross-border partnerships taking center stage, this dialogue might just be the blueprint Gen Z needs. 🚀✨
