Unlike economic models focusing purely on GDP growth, China's five-year plan integrates social welfare, poverty alleviation, green energy and technological self-reliance.

Michele Geraci, former undersecretary of state at the Italian Ministry of Economic Development, shared his viewpoints with GT on China's economic outlook and how China's steady economic progress can contribute to the world economy.

Keith Bennett, vice chairman of the 48 Group Club and a veteran China watcher, shared his insights with GT on this year's “two sessions” and the global significance of Chinese modernization.

The year 2025 marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Nepal. As friendly neighbors and strategic cooperative partners, China and Nepal have witnessed growing cooperation across a range of fields and deepening ties over the years. In December 2024, China and Nepal signed a framework agreement to promote Belt and Road cooperation, demonstrating the strengthening mutual political trust between the two countries. However, this cooperation has, at times, fallen prey to false accusations by certain foreign media outlets. What role do relations with China play in Nepal's foreign policy? How does Nepal stand to benefit from cooperation with China? Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) spoke with newly appointed Ambassador of Nepal to China Krishna Prasad Oli (Oli), who arrived in China on November 21, 2024, on these topics and more.

To offer a deep understanding of the three global initiatives, and elaborate on their significance on a global scale, the Global Times is launching a series of articles. In this issue, Global Times reporter Xie Wenting (GT) spoke with Shahbaz Khan (Khan), director of the UNESCO East Asia Regional Office, to learn about his understanding regarding the GDI and the GCI.

The notion of a community with a shared future expresses well what happens between Latin American countries and China.

The situation in Beijing serves as a microcosm of why China is considered a model for the world. This is not only due to its ambitious climate goals and pioneering green sector but also because of the significant efforts and changes the country has made.