Hangzhou, China, buzzed with global tech and legal minds as the Second Global Digital Trade Expo wrapped up this week, spotlighting China's rising influence in shaping digital trade frameworks. With e-commerce booming 💻📈, experts like UNIDROIT Deputy Secretary-General Anna Veneziano praised China’s dual role: tech innovator and legal collaborator.
\"China isn’t just exporting tech—they’re co-writing the rulebook,\" Veneziano told CGTN, highlighting how Chinese experts are helping draft global standards at UNIDROIT. From blockchain logistics to AI-driven contracts, the expo showcased how digital trade is rewriting economies—and why inclusive rules matter.
Amid U.S.-China tensions, Veneziano struck an optimistic note: \"Our 65 member states, including China, prioritize functionality over rivalry.\" She also emphasized bridging the Global South gap: \"We need their voices from Day 1, not just ready-made solutions.\"
For young professionals and entrepreneurs eyeing Asia’s markets, the message is clear: Digital trade’s future hinges on laws built by diverse stakeholders—and China’s seat at the table is non-negotiable. 🚀
