Dazzling lights and cultural fanfare set the stage as world leaders arrived at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People for the third Belt and Road Forum (BRF) welcome banquet. Over 1,000 delegates from 140+ countries and regions convened, marking a major moment for international collaboration. 🎉
The event highlighted China’s commitment to 'bridging dreams and infrastructure,' with leaders exchanging ideas on trade, sustainability, and digital innovation. A viral moment? Indonesia’s president snapping selfies with European counterparts—proof that diplomacy isn’t all serious business! 🤳
With cultural performances blending traditional Chinese dance and modern tech projections, the banquet underscored the Forum’s theme: 'Connectivity for a Shared Future.' Analysts say this year’s BRF could unlock new partnerships in green energy and AI. 💡
As one attendee put it: 'This isn’t just about roads and ports—it’s about building bridges between cultures.' Stay tuned for more updates as the Forum continues!
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Live: Foreign leaders attend the welcome banquet for third BRF
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