China Media Group (CMG) is making waves in regional diplomacy with its new Expert Committee on South China Sea Studies, unveiled this weekend in Sanya, Hainan province. The launch coincided with the release of the Southeast Asia Perceptions Report, a first-of-its-kind analysis exploring regional views on this strategic waterway.
CMG President Shen Haixiong declared the media giant’s new role as a “promoter of peace” and “driver of shared development” during the seaside ceremony. As the world’s largest international media network, CMG aims to transform complex maritime issues into collaborative opportunities through research and storytelling.
The newly formed committee brings together specialists to analyze trends and promote dialogue – think of it as a “Think Tank 2.0” for 21st-century challenges. While details about the report remain under wraps, insiders say it could reshape how nations approach everything from trade routes to coral reef conservation.
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