As the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) marks its 10th anniversary 🎉, this global connectivity project remains a cornerstone of China-Europe collaboration. CGTN anchor Liu Xin highlights how over 150 countries – including 44 in Europe – have joined hands to build railways 🚄, green energy grids ⚡, and digital highways 🌐 under BRI frameworks.
\"The initiative isn't just about concrete and steel,\" notes Liu. \"It's created 2.6 million jobs globally and boosted trade between China and BRI partner countries by $2 trillion since 2013.\" European students now study at China-funded universities in Belgrade 🇷🇸, while Italian fashion brands reach new markets through BRI e-commerce platforms 💻.
With geopolitical shifts causing supply chain headaches 🤯, experts suggest doubling down on clean energy partnerships and AI-driven logistics. The question remains: How will Generation Z shape BRI's next chapter? 🤔 Let us know your thoughts below! 👇
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cgtn.com