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Special report 4 Future Energy Green Silk Road 6 Promoting the “Belt and Road” Initiative through the World Expo Platform 8 Expo 2017, an Opportunitiy for Kazakhstan Developing Green Energy At the Zhejiang Day opening ceremony, 10 Astana World Expo-China Pavilion Preparation Memorabilia 18 economic and trade program signing ceremonies will be held between friendly 12 The Theme of China Pavilion business associations and enterprises. 14 Chinese Pavilion Events Arrangement LOCAL PART 18 Highlights of Zhejiang Day 22 Wonderful Expo, Green Shanxi 26 Guangdong Week 28 Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Week ENERGY PART 31 China-Kazakhstan Energy Cooperation Ushers in Great Opportunities Renewable Energy Becomes 34 an Inevitable Choice for Global 32 “Silk Road” Links to “Bright Road”, Boosts China-Kazakhstan “Energy Transformation”. Cooperation in Broad Fields 34 Renewable Energy Becomes an Inevitable Choice for Global “Energy Transformation” 36 The Development Status of Renewable Energy in China 38 The “Silk Road Messenger” in China ENTERPRISE PART 39 Zhejiang Energy Group to Exhibit Chinese Clean Energy Solution with “Ultra-low Emission Technology” at the 2017 Astana Expo 40 CEFC China Energy to Light up the China Pavilion with Green Energy Technology 42 Foton to Build “Made in China” New Image by Astana Expo 2017 43 Gujing Boosts Brand Internationalization through Four-Time Participation in the World Expo 44 AVIC Brings Guohua Laser Projector to the Astana Expo 2017 “Belt and Road” Forum for 44 The GCL Group Makes Full Use of the “Belt and Road” Platform to 51 International Cooperation Draws the World’s Attention. Expand Global New Energy Presence Sponsored by (主管) CCPIT(中国国际贸易促进委员会) Operated by (主办) Trade Development and Cooperation Center of CCPIT 中国国际贸易促进委员会贸易推广交流中心 Published by (出版) China’s Foreign Trade Magazine 中国对外贸易杂志社

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he Astana Expo 2017 will be held from June 10 to September 10 in Astana, Kazakhstan with the theme of “Future Energy”. This is the first time that a central Asian country is hosting the Expo. In the China Pavilion, the theme is focused on “Future Energy and TGreen Silk Road”. Through this opportunity, China will demonstrate its energy development, provide thoughts on future energy development, and showcase its latest achievements in the fields of energy and sustainable development. “Future Energy” brings attention to potential energy crises and helps promote sustainable energy development in the future, while “Green Silk Road” is a reflective interpretation of China’s green development idea in accordance with its “Belt and Road” Initiative. In this issue we will dive deep into the Expo 2017 and the China Pa- vilion, and explore more stories from participators including Chinese local governments, and companies, to fully discover the effort that China is putting in for green and environmental protection.

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5 Promoting the “Belt and Road” Initiative through the World Expo Platform

By Jiang Zengwei

he world expo is a large and the strategic partnership between the two high-level exhibition designed to countries. showcase global economic, social Globally, international energy and cultural achievements. It supply and demand are undergoing big is also an important platform to display adjustments; a new round of energy Ta country’s national image, improve technology reform is emerging and soft power and enhance multilateral developing fast and a global energy communications and cooperation. The governance mechanism is taking shape. Expo 2017 is scheduled to take place Chinese President Xi Jinping said at the between June 10 and September 10, opening ceremony of the “Belt and Road” 2017 in Astana, Kazakhstan. About Forum for International Cooperation 115 countries and 20 international that it is imperative to grasp the trend organizations are expected to participate of energy structural adjustment and in the first expo to be held in Central technology reform, to build a global energy Asia. The theme chosen for Expo 2017 is network and develop green and low- “Future Energy”, aiming to concentrate carbon energy solutions. China is a large on new energy exploration and the most energy producer and consumer and its efficient, practical and sustainable energy energy development is closely connected solutions. Around five million people from with the world energy industry. China all over the world are expected to visit the will actively promote the improvement international pavilions at the expo. of energy production and consumption, Kazakhstan is one of China’s friendly grasp the great opportunities of the “Belt neighbors, a comprehensive strategic and Road” initiative, develop energy partner and an important participant in infrastructural connectivity, deeply the “Belt and Road” initiative. It was in integrate with the global energy system Kazakhstan where Chinese President Xi and make larger contributions to global Jinping proposed to build the Silk Road energy development. Economic Belt back in September 2013. The Chinese government is The recent years have seen the rapid supportive of the Expo 2017 to be held in development of the two country’s bilateral Astana and pays high attention to China’s relationship, with more frequent reciprocal exhibition preparation. Many local visits of senior officials and enhancements governments and companies intend to use of mutual trust and cooperation. China’s the expo platform to promote international proposal to build the Silk Road Economic communication and cooperation. The Belt is well connected with Kazakhstan’s Expo 2017 will see the participation of “Bright Road” economic plan and the the largest number of Chinese provinces, potential for bilateral cooperation was cities and companies. The China Pavilion further unleashed. Also, the “Belt and will cover an area of 1,000 square meters, Road” initiative has entered a new phase of making it the largest foreign pavilion at “deep integration and mutual promotion”. the expo. The China Pavilion will have a The year 2017 is the 25th anniversary of theme of “Future Energy and Green Silk China-Kazakhstan diplomatic ties and the Road”, and will focus on the promotion Year of Chinese Tourism in Kazakhstan. of the Silk Road spirit featuring peace China’s deep involvement in the Expo and cooperation, opening-up and 2017 will undoubtedly further enhance inclusiveness, mutual learning and trust,

6 and the enhancement of bilateral cooperation, Forum and other activities. It will organize to bolster the development of the “Belt and for 23 provinces’ representatives and about Road” initiative. Colorful activities will be 1,000 energy companies’ representatives held and innovative exhibition techniques and to visit Kazakhstan and organize public attractive themed videos will be displayed conferences to increase trade and investment during the event. cooperation and infrastructural facility The first is to illustrate China’s green connectivity among countries in the region. development concept. Green is a necessary The final goal is to create a win-win situation condition for sustainable development and for the world. reflects people’s demands for beautiful lives. The fourth is to build a platform China Pavilion will follow the theme of to promote Chinese culture. Cultural “The Past, Today and Future” and use simple communication is key to people connectivity. and international exhibition approaches to The China Pavilion will host the China- promote China’s concepts in modernizing its Kazakhstan Tourism Cooperation Forum, energy sector, utilizing renewable, protecting a Qin Terracotta Warriors and Horses the environment and advancing sustainable Exhibition, thousands of art performances economic development. It will also advocate and exhibitions of intangible cultural heritage the green, low-carbon, recyclable and and cultural relics. It will tell Chinese stories sustainable way of life, advance the green through various cultural means, such as development and ecological concepts and martial arts, Peking opera, lion dancing, tea promote countries of the world to build a ceremonies and traditional embroidery, to green Silk Road. enhance foreign understanding of China’s The second aspect is to showcase China’s economic and cultural developments and achievements in innovative development. consolidate public opinion of the “Belt and Innovation is an important force to promote Road” initiative. Young people have become development and will also determine the major force of developing mutual friendship future of energy. The China Pavilion will and we will choose 42 young volunteers from highlight nuclear fusion, high-speed railway 10 universities to participate into the event simulated cockpit and future energy dream and promote the bilateral friendship. work, to combine physical model with visual Under the globalization background, images and VR techniques to display the to promote the “Belt and Road” initiative extra-high voltage technologies of State Grid, and green development goals carries forward the Hualong pressurized reactor of CNNC the historical culture and draws a blueprint and CGN, CO2 capture and sequestration for future development. During the 93 and energy utilization efficiency practices by days of the Expo, China will work with CNPC. These innovative technologies will world governments to explore future energy further highlight China’s responsibilities and solutions, an issue key to the survival and achievements in the transition and innovation development of mankind, share the advanced of its energy sector. technologies and experiences, discuss the The third is to advance cooperation of world energy security issues and make fresh energy and international capacities. Energy contributions to the human civilizations. and international capacity cooperation is an important part of the “Belt and Road” (Author: Director of the China Pavilion initiative. The China Pavilion will host the Organizing Committee and Chairman of China-Kazakhstan Energy Cooperation the CCPIT)

7 Expo 2017, an Opportunity for Kazakhstan Developing Green Energy —An exclusive interview with Shakhrat Nuryshev, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to China

By Linda Zhang

In 2017, Kazakhstan will host a World Expo under the theme of “Future Energy” and will be the first Central Asian country to hold such an event. Energy cooperation is not the only focus of the Expo, as it will also bring to attention some major and important discussions between China and Kazakhstan. What achievements will Kazakhstan expect to gain? And through this Expo, what will the future of energy cooperations between China and Kazakhstan become? China’s Foreign Trade had an exclusive interview with Shakhrat Nuryshev, Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to China, before this Expo.

To promote the development in the field of energy of Kazakhstan through Expo 2017 The theme of this Expo is “Future Energy”, and when mentioned of this theme, Shakhrat Nuryshev thought that the aim is to stimulate people to think and consider how energy influences people and planet Earth. He said, “Green Energy” is the most promising direction in the world today. The premise of its development is required to mitigate energy shortages, and to solve ecological problems in the new stage of economic technology development. From local regional wind power plants to global energy projects, the range and scale of renewable energy is very extensive. Shakhrat Nuryshev introduced that Kazakhstan itself has rich nature resources, and the government pays close attention to the energy sector. Kazakhstan has adopted the concept the world’s energy transformation.” environment in order to gradually of a green economy. “But we are On January 30th, 2017 Kazakhstan’s shift away from a dependence aware that the current world energy President Nursultan Nazarbayev on traditional energy and nature is limited, and should be devoted delivered his annual address to the nation resources. The future of Kazakhstan towards developing new energy entitled “Kazakhstan’s third stage of depends on economic transformation. sources. This is one reason why modernisation: to enhance national When discussing what achievements Kazakhstan set the 2017 World Expo competitiveness”. At its core, the Kazakhstan will gain from the Expo, theme as ‘Future Energy’, hoping to address aims to accelerate economic the ambassador said that the World promote Kazakhstan’s development and technological modernization Expo is a platform that can benefit in the energy sector and contribute to and improve the country’s business everyone from every sector. It has

8 injected a powerful impetus as to the between Kazakhstan and China, (including USD 14.3 billion in innovative development of Astana and Shakhrat Nuryshev said that the the railway property development, across the whole of Kazakhstan. The 2017 energy cooperation is a major USD 362.4 million in logistics Expo is not just a chance to discuss the direction for economic and trade infrastructure, USD 161.5 million green economy, but also an opportunity cooperation between the two in upgrading and modernization to consider and propose what the third countries. The number and scale of of waterway transportation, USD industrial revolution is becoming. projects in the field of fuel power 7.5 billion in renewal and repair “As President Nazarbayev said, this is have proved that the cooperation road infrastructure, and USD 924.9 the greatest achievement that Kazakhstan between the two countries have risen million in upgrading air transport has had since the independence of to a new level. He said that China and and airport modern facilities). In the Kazakhstan. This will be a turning Kazakhstan sub-commision of energy period of 2016-2020, Kazakhstan point for our country. The world’s cooperation is the main mechanism will further invest and additional best scientific and technological for this pivotal development. USD 11 billion in the transportation achievements will be presented The oil and gas pipeline development sector. in Astana. A large number of between the two countries includes the Benefitting from large-scale Kazakhstan people will see the ‘future pipeline of Atasu- Dzungarian Gate, investments in the transportation economy’ that we yearn for.” the pinpeline of Kazakhstan-China, and sector, the quality of infrastructure He said that Kazakhstan hopes more. In addition, with the participation within 19 residential areas has that this World Expo will enable of commercial Chinese organizations, drastically improved. According Kazakhstan to develop its domestic the Kazakhstan Oil Processing Plant to 2016 World Economic results, tourism and increase the number is undergoing construction to drive Kazakhstan ranked sixty-third in of foreign tourists arriving to its its modernization. Kazakhstan’s the world economic forum’s global borders. 73 tourist routes have been National Atomic Energy Industry competitiveness index. explored in Astana during this Company has also implemented According to the ambassador, period, and it is estimated that about construction of a fuel assembly one of the most groundbreaking road 5 million people are expected to visit manufacturing plant in conjunction projects is the construction of an the Expo. with China Guangdong Nuclear international traffic corridor across As the host, Kazakhstan has Power Group Co. Western Europe - Western China, been working closely with the In order to achieve these which will become the shortest road CCPIT who is responsible for the achievements, both China and route in Europe with 10-12 days needed organization and coordination of Kazakhstan have made great efforts to to transport cargo. China’s Pavilion participation in the consolidate their positions using levels Rail transportation also plays an World Expo. When mentioned what’s of mutual agreement. With future important role in cargo transportation his opinion on the theme of the prospects of energy cooperation between systems. Today, the development of China Pavilion, Shakhrat Nuryshev China and Kazakhstan possible, the container transportation is in focus in expressed that China is the first ambassador said, the energy cooperation many countries, as its annual growth country to have signed the agreement between the two countries has developed continues to double. In 2016, the with Kazakhstan and confirmed its in the engagement of trust and container transport volume reached participation in the Expo. understanding, while Kazakhstan’s 104,500 TEUs in the direction of Noting that the theme of the export potential in the field of natural China-Europe-China, compared with China Pavilion is “Future energy gas and atomic energy becomes more 2015’s annual transport volume of and Green Silk Road”, he confirmed promising. 49,900 TEUs. At present, increasing it highlights a key concept as to Based on the cooperation agreement, the volume of container traffic in China’s willingness to cooperate with a series of projects between the two transit Kazakhstan is under way (for the countries along the Silk Road countries are being implemented, such as 2020’s goal, the volume of container in sustainable energy development. roads, railways, airports, energy, and other transport will be increased by more “As we all know, China is one of the infrastructure construction. When referring than 3 times, while the volume of largest countries who is developing to the current progress of these projects container transit transportation will new energy, and there is no doubt and the prospect of cooperation among be increased by 10 times). that China’s rich experience in the regional areas, Shakhrat Nuryshev “Kazakhstan is looking forward field of green energy is making other said that under the framework of to strengthening the implementation countries take note.” the Bright Road New Economy, of these infrastructure projects and Energy cooperation between Kazakhstan is implementing many to deepening its regional cooperation China and Kazakhstan infrastructure projects, in which with neighboring countries, including develops smoothly the past five years investment to the China, Russia and Central Asian development and modernization countries, and countries beyond the When it comes to energy of transportation infrastructure immediate borders of Kazakhstan,”said cooperation achievements achieved has amounted to USD 23.2 billion Shakhrat Nuryshev.

9 Astana World Expo-China Pavilion Preparation Memorabilia

2016.10.28 The Second plenary session of the China Pavilion Organizing 2016.8.25 Committee of the As- The plenary session tana Expo was held in 2015.8.24 of the China Pavilion Beijing. CCPIT Chairman Jiang Zengwei submitted China’s Organizing Com- confirmation letter for 2017 Astana World Expo to mittee of the Astana Kazakhstan First Deputy Foreign Minister Rapil Expo was held in Bei- Zhoshybayev. jing.

2015.8.31 2016.3.1 2016.9.23 Chinese President The Astana Expo Kazakhstan Investment Promotion Confer- Xi Jinping and 2017 China Pavilion ence as well as China-Kazakhstan entre- Kazakhstan Pres- organizing committee preneur committee work conference were ident Nursultan was founded in Beijing held in Kazakhstan. Nazarbayev wit- on March 1, and im- nessed the sign- mediately held its first ing of cooperation session, releasing the memorandum be- preparation and exhibi- tween the CCPIT tion plans for the China and the Astana Pavilion. EXPO Organizing Committee.

10 2017.5.18 2016.10.31 CCPIT Chairman Expo pavilions handed over to major Jiang Zengwei met participating countries. with Akhmetzhan Astana Expo 2017 organizers con- Yessimov, Astana signed pavilions to China and other Expo-2017 National participating countries on October 31, 2017.3.22 Company Chairman marking the beginning of China’s overall Astana World Expo of Board in Astana. exhibition work. China Pavilion economic and trade activities and matching joint meeting was held in Beijing.

2017.1.5 2017.3.28 The logo and events planning of the China Astana World Expo China Pavilion were firstly unveiled. Pavilion cooperation partner awarding 2017.1.5 ceremony was held in The first batch of China Pavilion cooperative Beijing. enterprises and associated media awarding ceremony was held. 2017.1.6 The working conference of provinces participating the Astana World Expo was held in Beijing.

11 The Theme of China Pavilion he theme of China Pavilion is “Future Energy and Green Silk Road”. Maximizing on this opportunity, China will fully demonstrate its energy development proposition and thoughts on future energy development. “Future Energy” will be crucial for focusing on tackling energy crises and helpT promote energy sustainable development in the future. China’s various practices and considerations about how to develop, utilize and protect new energy will be the highlight of this year’s China Pavilion. “Green Silk Road” is a reflective interpretation of China’s green development idea in accordance with its “Belt and Road” Initiative.

Exhibition contents of China Pavilion As the world’s second largest economy and largest energy producer and consumer, China will present its advanced technology and strategies of energy use and sustainable development at the Expo. The “Preface” will function as The “Energy Corridor” With “The Past, Today and a waiting area for audiences to enter represents “the past”. It will show Future” as the main line, the China the pavilion. China’s achievements in the world Pavilion will showcase China’s energy revolution, which include the cooperation with various countries waterwheel of the Song Dynasty (960- in energy and trade, especially 1279), Zhenghe’s travels to the West, those along the “Belt and Road”, the Kailuan Coal Mine, the Daqing Oil which include Kazakhstan. It will Field and the Dayawan Nuclear Plant also display its achievements and either as physical displays or with the contributions in the energy sector, aid of electronics and digital media. and, as a responsible power, it will share its experience with the host and other countries seeking exchanges and cooperation. China Pavilion is composed of the Preface, an Energy Corridor, Kazakhstan a Chinese Wisdom and Practice China Section, an Energy Dream Theater and a Global Responsibility and Partnership Section.

12 The logo and mascot of the China Pavilion The logo of the China Pavilion borrows elements from the “Sun Bird” gold foil, believed to be a 3,000 year old relic unearthed in the Jinsha Ruins in the western suburbs of Chengdu. Indicating Chinese ancestors’ worship and praising to the sun bird and the sun god, the logo is a clockwise rotating pattern of the sun bird’s wings and sun god’s flames. The logo adopts a tricolor design, featuring three annular leaves colored green, orange and blue. Green symbolizes environmental protection and health; orange, the sun and energy; and blue, new technology and clean energy. As for the mascot of the China Pavilion, it is in the shape of a mid-flight sun bird with outstretched wings, incorporating traditional Chinese elements such as the phoenix and auspicious clouds.

Photo by Zhangwei

The “Chinese Wisdom and The “Energy Dream Theater” The “Global Responsibility Practice Section” represents hall, the highlight of the China and Partnership” hall will display the “today”. It will enable audiences to Pavilion, represents “the future”. It fruits of China’s efforts to advance have a close look at the production can accommodate 120 people and cooperation in energy technology mechanisms of wind, solar power, will show the pavilion’s themed video. with other countries, especially nuclear and water power in family, Centering on the “Belt and Road central Asian ones. The section will traffic, urban service and rural Initiative” and future energy dreams present a model of the Longyuan scenarios. With “A Day with New and focusing on “Artificial Minisun” Wind Power Plant of China Guodian Energy” as the main line, the nuclear fusion technology, the video Co, an HPR1000 model from China exhibition will illustrate the influence tells a story in which the hero pursues General Nuclear Power Group, a coal of new energy on human life through light and explores new energy and power plant ultra-low carbon emission immersive interaction, solid modeling, recycling to feed nature; a vivid technology model from Zhejiang video interaction, installation displays, reflection of new energy development Energy Group and a display of the mechanical sand tables and virtual and a signal of China’s confidence global energy internet work of the reality interaction. in making technical breakthroughs State Grid Corporation of China. for energy development to benefit the “Belt and Road”. Through a sphere installation fitted with an arc screen, the 3D video will achieve a stereoscopic effect and give audiences an immersive experience, pushing the exhibition to a climax.

13 Chinese Pavilion Events Arrangement

During the EXPO, the organizing committee has designed elaborate activities including an opening ceremony at the Pavilion, China Pavilion Day, a China-Kazakhstan Energy Cooperation Forum and a China-Kazakhstan Entrepreneurs Committee's Energy Conference, a China-Kazakhstan Tourism Cooperation Forum, and a Qin Ter- racotta Warriors and Horses Exhibition. The opening ceremony will be held from June 9-June 10, and the closing ceremony will be held on September 10.

During the 12th Five-Year Plan Period (2011-2015), Beijing worked hard to cut the use of coal, built clean Zhejiang, which literally means energy facilities, and rapidly Jiangsu boasts abundant re- a zigzagging river, is named enhanced capacity of its en- newable resources, one of its after the largest river in that ergy resources. most characteristic features. territory, the Qiantang River.

Events Beijing Week-2017.6.16-6.18 Jiangsu Week-2017.6.20-6.22 Zhejiang Day-2017.6.23 Arrangement

Hunan Week-2017.7.18-7.20 Hebei Week-2017.7.14-7.16 Heilongjiang Day-2017.7.12

Hunan Week will be held on Hebei Province is abbreviated Heilongjiang Day will be held July 18-July 20. as “Ji”, which means “hope”. on July 12, 2017 in China Pa- The total area of Hebei is vilion in Astana. 188,000 square kilometers.

14 While showing the government’s emphasis on and support of the Expo, these activities will also advocate China’s sustainable development energy strategy and the “Belt and Road” initiative and promote all-round Chi- na-Kazakhstan cooperation. Participation of provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities and large enterprises has long been a feature of China in world expos. This time, 23 provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities, such as Beijing, Shanghai and Shandong, will hold provincial days in China Pavilion and attend exhibitions and other activities. Some enterprises will hold major days during the expo. They will make full use of the Expo to facilitate trade, investment and exports via press conferences, promotions, displays, forums, negotiations, and signing of cooperation agreements. Meanwhile, the China Pavilion will hold art performances, exhibitions of intangible cultural heritage and cultural relics to demonstrate Chinese culture.

Xinjiang Week will be held from June 28 to 30 in Astana. Zhejiang Energy Group Day During the week, Xinjiang will will be held on June 23. Hubei Day will be held on also hold travel promotion June 26. conference.

Zhejiang Energy Group Day-2017.6.23 Hubei Day-2017.6.26 Xinjiang Week-2017.6.28-6.30

Shanxi Day-2017.7.7-7.9 China Pavilion Day-2017.7.5 Shanghai Week-2017.7.2-7.4

2017 Astana World Expo On July 5, China Pavilion Shanghai, as one of the Shanxi Week, with a theme of Day will be held, as well as key municipalities in China “Future Energy, Green Shanxi”, China-Kazakhstan Energy participating in the Astana will be held in the China Pavilion Cooperation Forum. Expo, will hold a five-day in the Expo Park from July 7 to “Shanghai Week” from July 9. Related supporting activities 2-July 6. will last from July 1 to 11.

15 Located in the southwest of Chi- na and bordering on Myanmar, State Grid Day will be held on Laos and Vietnam, Yunnan Shaanxi Week will be held from July 22. Province is abundant in energy July 27 to July 29, 2017 in China resources. Pavilion in Astana.

State Grid Day-2017.7.22 Yunnan Day-2017.7.24 Shaanxi Week-2017.7.27-7.29

Guangdong Gansu Day-2017.8.16 Hainan Day-2017.8.14 Week-2017.8.18-8.20

Guangdong Province will hold With unique new energy re- Hainan Day will be held on Au- “Guangdong Week” at the sources, the theoretical reserve gust 14, 2017 in China Pavlion in China Pavilion of Astana Expo of wind energy in Gansu Prov- Astana. during August 18-20. ince is estimated at 237 million KW with 82 million KW of installation available.

Inner Mongolia Anhui Day-2017.8.28 Gujing Day-2017.8.29 Week-2017.8.22-8.24

Being the sub-center of the Gujing Day will be held on On August 22-24, 2017, with Yangtze River Delta urban August 29 in Astana. the theme of “Innovative En- agglomeration, Anhui has ergy, Silk Grassland”, Inner become a major scientific re- Week Mongolia Autonomous search and education base, Region will be held week in a modern manufacturing China Pavilion. industry base, and a comprehensive transportation hub of China.

16 Fujian fully utilizes its resource advantages, adheres to clean and low-carbon development, continues to increase investment in scientific research, and vigorously develops innovative Qinghai Day will be held on and renewable resources to August 1, 2017 in China Pavil- establish a modern energy Industrial Bank Day will be ion in Astana. system. held on August 12.

Qinghai Day-2017.8.1 Fujian Day-2017.8.3 Industrial Bank Day-2017.8.4

Jiangxi Day-2017.8.10 Henan Day-2017.8.8 China Guodian Corporation Day-2017.8. 5

Jiangxi Day will be held on Au- Henan Day in the China Pavlion China Guodian Corporation gust 10, 2017 in China Pavilion will be held on August 8, 2017 Day will be held on August 5. in Astana. with the theme of “Green Silk Road, Cooperation Win-win”.

Sichuan Day-2017.8.31 Shandong Week-2017.9.6-9.8 Expo 2019 Beijing Day-2017.9.9

Sichuan Province, located Shandong Week will be held Expo 2019 Beijing will hold in western China, has been in China Pavilion from Sep- the promotion activity. called the “Land of Abun- tember 6 to September 8, dance” since ancient times. 2017 in Astana.

17 LOCAL PART

Highlights of Zhejiang Day

he China Pavilion at the World Expo will celebrate Zhejiang Day on June 23, 2017, which marks the first time for Zhejiang Province to organize and participate in the activities of the China Pavilion at an overseas World Expo in the name of the provincial government. Zhejiang is also the first province to hold a pavilion day since the opening of the China Pavilion. Vice Governor Liang Liming will attend the opening ceremonyT of the Zhejiang Day. 110 representatives from 85 key energy companies and new energy companies of Zhejiang Province will participate in the Zhejiang Day activities. At the Zhejiang Day opening ceremony, economic and trade program signing ceremonies will be held between friendly business associations and enterprises. Zhejiang Provincial Committee of China Council for the Promotion of International Trade will sign a memorandum of cooperation between friendly business associations with Kazakhstan International Chamber of Commerce. Among programs to be signed between enterprises is the 37.5MW wind power project in Za’erma, East Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan. Zhejiang Windey Co., Ltd. will sign a strategic cooperation agreement with Hubei Engineering Co., Ltd. of Power Construction Corporation of China and Shar Wind Turbines Company.

A brief introduction of Zhejiang Province

ocated along the southeastern for advancement; the magnificent Qian- Mountain has been identified as a world coast of China, Zhejiang tang River Tide and the meandering natural heritage site. ProvinceL is divided into 11 provincial Xixi wetlands; the water town Wuzhen Cultural Zhejiang: Zhejiang cities with 90 counties (including demonstrating the unique characteristics is one of the birthplaces of ancient county-level cities and municipal of the lower reaches of the Changjiang Chinese civilization. It has a long his- districts). Hangzhou is the capital city River, and the Road of Tang Dynasty tory, and outstanding people. As far of the province. In 2016, Zhejiang Poems. The Hangzhou West Lake, the back as the Three Kingdoms period, registered a population of 55.9 million, Zhejiang section of Beijing-Hangzhou the province had been formed. In the and an urbanization rate of 67%. The Grand Canal and the Canal of Eastern Tang Dynasty, “Zhejiang” began to be province’s GDP reached RMB 4.6485 Zhejiang have been selected as world used as the name of the administrative trillion, ranking fourth throughout cultural heritage sites, and Jianglang region. The Southern Song Dynasty China. Per capita incomes of urban and rural residents have ranked first among Chinese provinces for 16 and 32 consecutive years respectively. Poetic Zhejiang: Zhejiang is known as the home of silk, a land of plenty, a state of cultural relics, and a tourist resort. It has the glittering West Lake and the misty, vast Thousand Islands Lake; the Putuo Mountain re- nounced as Haitian Buddhist Country and the spectacular Yandang Mountain; the Fuchun River over which the sky and the mountain show the same col- or, and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal where numerous boats compete

18 made Lin’an its capital, and lasted 150 of Sciences and Chinese Academy of peace construction, the leader of “the years. In the Ming Dynasty, the area Engineering since the founding of the most beautiful phenomenon”, and is one under the jurisdiction of Zhejiang basi- People’s Republic China, nearly one- of China’s happiest and most secure prov- cally took shape. Zhejiang has the early fifth are from Zhejiang. inces. More than two-thirds of the in- Paleolithic site in Changxing County, Vitality of Zhejiang: Under the crease in the province’s fiscal expenditure Huzhou City which dated back to one policy of reform and opening up, Zhe- goes to people’s livelihood. The province million years ago as well as the Neo- jiang people have been unprecedentedly has basically achieved full coverage of lithic sites in Liangzhu with a history enthusiastic for starting businesses and pension and medical insurance. The prov- of 5000 years. Besides, Zhejiang has making innovation. They have made ince saw the emergence of many benev- the Wu-Yue Culture, and the Southern their way to wealth by embracing the olent people such as the “most beautiful Song Dynasty culture; Gou Jian who market economy. They have made mother”, “the most beautiful father”, “the slept on the brushwood and tasted the many innovative achievements, such as most beautiful college student”, “the most gall to nurse vengeance, and Qian Mu the first batch of individual businesses, beautiful driver”, and “the most beautiful who protected the border and ensured the first batch of private enterprises, the traffic police office”, who lead the civiliza- the well-being of the local people; mas- first batch of joint-stock enterprises, the tion of the whole society. ter Shen Kuo who made great scientific first batch of professional markets, and Endeavors of Zhejiang: Zhejiang achievements, and Qian Xuesen the fa- the first peasant city. They have also is committed to taking a series of inte- ther of the atomic bomb and the hydro- created Alibaba, Wahaha and a large grated measures to achieve economic gen bomb; the universal scholar Wang number of other well-known enterpris- restructuring and upgrading and make Yangming, and Zhang Taiyan, master es. On the list of China’s top 500 pri- new breakthroughs in various aspects. of the studies of Chinese ancient civi- vate enterprises in 2016, there are 134 Firstly, the province will focus on re- lization. According to statistics, since Zhejiang enterprises, ranking first in form and opening up to enhance the the Eastern Han Dynasty, there are the country for 18 consecutive years. In vitality of development. Secondly, it over a thousand Zhejiang writers who September 2016, the G20 summit was will focus on transformation and up- have been written into the annals of successfully held in Hangzhou. grading to achieve an upward econo- history, accounting for about one-sixth Harmonious and Beautiful my. Thirdly, it will focus on improving of the country’s total. Among all the Zhejiang: Zhejiang is the birthplace people’s livelihood to promote harmo- academicians of the Chinese Academy of “Fengqiao Experience”, the cradle of ny and stability.

Zhejiang Strives to be the National Clean Energy Demonstration Province

n 2014, Zhejiang CPC key clean energy projects. Fangjiashan Provincial Committee and Nuclear Power No.2 Unit and Xianju governmentI raised the strategy to build pumped storage power station have Zhejiang into national clean energy finished construction and started oper- demonstration province within 10 ation. The natural gas pipelines linking into construction. years. Ningbo, Taizhou and Wenzhou, Jin- Replacement and upgrading of The recent two years have seen hua, Lishui and Wenzhou have finished chemical energy cleaning under full great progress in the implementation constructions. The Phase-I project of promotion. The first is the clean mod- of the above strategy. The energy Sanmen nuclear power station started ification of coal power units. It started consumption volume has been under operation and first-phase of Cangnan such initiative as the first province in control, the proportion of non-oil and San’ao nuclear power station is running China, with the completion rate of chemical energy and the clean energy smoothly. Changlongshan pumped 86%. The second is that the reduction utilization of oil and chemical energy storage power station and Ninghai and replacement of coal consumption keeps improving, the proportion of coal pumped storage power station have have gained national recognition. The consumption, energy consumption per started construction. Ningdong-Zhe- third is that the standard for elimina- GDP unit and the emission of CO2, jiang UHVDC project has been com- tion and upgrading of coal burning SO2, nitrogen oxide, smoke and dust pleted. The new added electricity line of boilers is stricter than national require- keep declining. 110 KV or above stretched 4,267 km, ments, with the completion rate of Key clean energy project under the substation capacity reached 38.08 84.2%. The fourth is the petrol quality promotion. Zhejiang Province has million KAV and the electricity net- upgrade. In 2016, the national V petrol invested almost RMB 100 billion in work upgrading network is launching quality standard has been applied across

19 the whole province. The Zhejiang VI developed rapidly. million homes by the year 2020. petrol standard, which is stricter than Promotion of PV development Continued innovation on new national V standard, is undergoing sup- and utilization. The new installed PV energy facilities. The construction of ply experimentation and bio-diesel is capacity reached 1.45 million kw, and Haiyan China Nuclear Power City being widely promoted. the overall installed PV capacity of has been going smoothly. Haining has “100 billion Energy Industry” Zhejiang province rose to 3.65 million created national solar power technol- under progress. The key is to advance kw. Great progress has been made in ogy application research institute, and technology research in distribution sys- the constructions of enterprise rooftop Yunda has made great achievements in tem, energy storage, micro grid, nuclear distributed PV power station, ground wind power facilities R&D. Runqi has facility, highly-efficient PV modules, PV power station and residential build- produced heat exchange tubes, which high grade submarine cables, low-speed ing rooftop PV power station. As of broke the foreign monopoly and made fan, high power offshore wind turbine the end of 2016, Zhejiang ranks No.1 further progress in the R&D of reheat- and sea energy utilization. Zhengtai in China in terms of enterprise rooftop ing facility for gas-water separation of New Energy Company has become the installed PV capacity. The 200 mw nuclear power. The Daishan 3.4-mw largest Chinese private firm investing capacity Jiangshan agrivoltaic power LHD module tide power generation into PV power generation. Zhejiang station, with the largest scale in China, project started operation, showing that Windey, Huayi Electric Apparatus connected to the grid. Zhejiang also China has ranked the world’s leading Group and other wind power equipment launched the “Rooftop PV Power Proj- position in tide power development and companies have had the capability of ect for Million Homes” first in China, utilization. The first offshore wind -pow manufacturing series of high-power and the provincial government issued er project - Putuo No.6 Offshore Wind fans. On top of that, industries including “Zhejiang Implementation Opinion Power Station has started construction, new energy vehicles, marine equipment on ‘Million Home Rooftop’ PV Power turning a new page of China’s wind (LNG transport equipment), clean coal Station”, clarifying the target of install- power development. power and power equipment, also have ing rooftop PV power stations for 1 Accelerating the natural gas pipeline network construction. The “county-to-county” natural gas project is going forward. The provincial government has issued “Zhejiang Natural Gas County-to-County Action Plan” Now there are 46 counties have access to natural gas supply. Charging infrastructure construction being launched. Zhejiang Province has issued “Zhejiang Charging Infra- structure 13th Five-year Development Plan” and “Implementation Opinion on the Acceleration of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructural Construction”.

Zhejiang Province Actively Participates in the “Belt and Road” Initiative

hejiang Province has set up institutions. The group has formulated a leadership group for the an implementation program and a province’sZ participation in the “Belt three-year action plan. The focuses of and Road” Initiative, with the governor work will be set every year to ascertain of the province being the head of the the key tasks in each phase and to Zhejiang will take advantage of the group and the executive vice governor make significant, real achievements in leading edge of the Ningbo Zhoushan and the vice governor in charge of various aspects of the “Belt and Road” Port, Hangzhou Air Port, Yiwu Land Port foreign trade and economic cooperation Initiative. and Zhejiang cross-border e-commerce to as the deputy heads. The group Firstly, promote the integration of speed up the construction of an open, ef- members also include main officials the four ports to build an open, efficient ficient logistics information system which of 33 provincial departments and international logistics information system docks with the “Belt and Road” Initiative

20 and to form an international business and Thirdly, take the advantage of the supported to actively participate in the trade pattern of “buy globally and sell glob- openness and advanced private econo- development of oil and gas energy and ally”. The province will found a provincial my of the province to carry out coop- mineral resources in countries along the harbor committee and a provincial harbor eration and exchange with countries “Belt and Road”, to address the province’s group, and establish Ningbo-Zhoushan along the “Belt and Road”. problem of shortage of certain resources. Port Group, to build a harbor system and In the past three years, the Engineering enterprises and engineering maritime transport channel which cover Zhejiang branch of the CCPIT has equipment manufacturing enterprises the Maritime Silk Road and to open and lead nearly 500 (times) representative are supported in carrying out alliance release the Maritime Silk Road trade in- enterprises of the province in hosting cooperation and actively participating in dex. It will also build a land port system 21 large-scale economic and trade fairs and undertaking construction of energy, and land transport channel which run in 19 countries along the Road and transportation and other infrastructure through the Silk Road Economic Belt; Belt, established friendly cooperation in regions along the “Belt and Road”. and open and run the Yiwu-Xinjiang-Eu- relations with 25 foreign counterparts, Cooperation and exchange have been rope trains. Further, it will focus on the and set up 12 overseas liaison offices deepened in such fields as modern Hangzhou, Ningbo, Wenzhou airports in 12 countries along the “Belt and agriculture, marine fishery, science and to enhance the level of the aviation infra- Road”. Firstly, continue to expand technology and education, culture and structure, and to expand and improve the economic and trade cooperation. In tourism. A series of intergovernmental airline network. In addition, it will deepen 2016, Zhejiang’s trade volume with cooperation and exchange agreements the promotion of Hangzhou, Ningbo, the countries along the Road and Belt have been signed with countries along the Jinhua and other cross-border e-commerce reached USD 104.7 billion, which Belt and Road. Fourthly, promote deep pilot and demonstration programs, and accounts for more than one-third of its cooperation between Zhejiang Province give full play to Alibaba’s advantages in total import and export volume. The and the Czech Republic. international e-commerce, to promote the province invested in 144 projects in Fourthly, deepen all kinds of pilot construction of the world e-platform of countries along the “Belt and Road”, reforms, and innovate in open coopera- trade (e-WPT). with a total investment of USD 7.4 tion mechanism. Secondly, build the Yiwu-Ningbo- billion. Secondly, encourage and support Zhejiang will vigorously promote Zhoushan Channel to speed up the the industry in “two-way” cooperation. the “one-stop service” reform, compre- construction of the strategic open plat- On the one hand, competitive industries hensively optimize the construction form for Zhejiang to participate in the and technical services of Zhejiang related to the Belt and Road Initiative, Belt and Road Initiative. Province are encouraged to go global, and open the development environment. Zhejiang will increase the agglom- strength international production The province will also speed up the eration and development level and the in- capacity and high-end equipment construction of China (Zhejiang) Free ternational competiveness of central cities industry cooperation, and actively explore Trade Zone, deepen the comprehensive on the basis of the Ningbo metropolitan overseas development space. On the other pilot reform of Yiwu international trade, area and the Yiwu metropolitan area; hand, the enterprises are encouraged to expedite the construction of Hangzhou build a high-level opening up platform on introduce foreign advanced technology and Ningbo comprehensive cross-border the basis of China (Zhejiang) Free Trade to enhance the industrial level and e-commerce pilot zones, and give full Zone and various experimental and international competitiveness of Zhejiang play to the special advantage and im- demonstration zones; strengthen the two- Province. Outstanding achievements portant role of e-commerce in Zhejiang’s way radiation towards the inland and ma- have been made in the construction of participation in the “Belt and Road” rine economy on the basis of the Ningbo industrial cooperation parks. Zhejiang Initiative. Zhejiang will also strength Zhoushan Port and the Yiwu Land Port; has established 5 parks in Uzbekistan, the management of foreign investment, and achieve the integration of the Belt Thailand, Vietnam, Russia, Serbia implement a record-based direct foreign and Road in the Zhejiang Province on along the “Belt and Road”. Thirdly, investment management model, and the basis of the Jinhua-Ningbo Railway actively expand the field of cooperation. establish and improve the foreign invest- and other transport systems. Zhejiang enterprises are encouraged and ment service security system.

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Wonderful Expo, Green Shanxi

017 Astana World Expo Shanxi Week, with a theme of “Future Energy, Green Shanxi”, will be held in the China Pavilion in the Expo Park from July 7 to 9. Related supporting activities will last 2from July 1 to 11.

Shanxi Revitalized via Transformation and Development

ater makes all creatures, Shanxi is known as the “theme park” of sharing, Shanxi is vigorously promoting and the earth breeds all the Chinese civilization and a “historical the construction of the national new-type auspiciousW things. At the foot of the architecture art museum”. As the say- integrated energy base, Beijing-Tian- Taihang Mountain and beside the Yellow ing goes, “people all say that Shanxi has jin-Hebei clean energy supply base and River, Shanxi Province has the reputation good scenery”. Hukou Waterfall which the global low-carbon innovation base. of being the root of China. As China’s demonstrates the majestic beauty of the The energy revolution goes on without a important energy base, a major coal Yellow River-mother river of China, and moment’s stopping. province, and an all-round, systematic the famous Buddhist mountain Wutai In the critical period for achieving state-level comprehensive reform pilot Mountain which is called a “cool world”, stability and prosperity, in the face of region, Shanxi irradiates vitality of to name only a few. the dilemma in the transformation of development and boldness in opening Since the beginning of 2017, the the resource-based economy, Shanxi up, and makes a wonderful appearance in economy of Shanxi Province has been Province deepens the construction of the Astana World Expo, an “Olympic” in the important period of entering the transformation and comprehensive event for world economy, science and the reasonable interval, in an innova- reform test area, builds a diverse, mid- technology, and culture. tion-driven, transformation and up- dle and high-end modern industrial Shanxi is a land of treasure. With a grading phase, and in a critical period of system, makes an early, overall plan for total area of 156,700 square kilometers, achieving stability and prosperity. The the digital economy, high-end equip- only 1/60 of China’s total territorial area, first quarter witnessed a GDP growth ment manufacturing, new materials, Shanxi has 1/5 of the country’s coal re- of 6.1%. Shanxi is striving to build an new energy vehicles and other strategic serves and meets 1/4 of the country’s coal innovation-driven large platform. An emerging industries, and continues demand. In addition to coal, Shanxi’s open, enterprising, confident, inclusive to upgrade the traditional industries. bauxite reserves account for 1/3 of Chi- new Shanxi is becoming an open high- Meanwhile, Shanxi exploits the over- na’s total, and magnesium reserves 35%. land, a fertile land for investment, and a ground resources to the full extent, Its gold, silver, copper, iron, manganese, promising land for business. promotes the cultural tourism industry, silicon and other reserves also rank high After experiencing the boom and and strives to make the cultural tourism compared to other Chinese provinces. predicament because of coal, facing industry a new pillar and a new engine Besides, Shanxi has a wealth of renewable the future development trend of ener- of the economic transformation. energy, especially wind energy, solar energy, Shanxi has set out on a journey of The future of revitalization can be gy and geothermal energy. developing coal in a green manner and expected. Now is the time for transfor- Shanxi not only has treasure under- developing high carbon resources in a mation and development. Shanxi’s blue- ground, but also has abundant overground low-carbon manner. It supports green, print of innovation drive, transformation treasure. It has the largest number of low-carbon development by energy rev- and upgrading, all-round well-off society overground cultural relics in the country. olution, vigorously promotes the energy and revitalization is spreading out. In the It has over 72% of the country’s buildings consumption revolution, supply revolu- foreseeable future, Shanxi will experience from the Song Dynasty, Liao Dynasty tion, technological revolution, institution- phoenix nirvana and a new lease of life, and earlier; and 271 national key cultural al revolution and open cooperation. Ad- rebuild itself into a poetic, harmonious relics protection units, which account for hering to the five development concepts place, and show the world guests a beau- 11.5% of the country’s total. Therefore, of innovation, coordination, green, open, tiful and green Shanxi.

22 Highlights of Shanxi Week

Shanxi Week includes a series of exhibition, promotion, exchange and cooperation activities. In the Expo Park, other Kazakhstan cities, and neighboring countries, Shanxi Province will host project promotion meetings, carry out trade negotiations, inspect industrial parks, sign memorandum of friendly exchange, and make other efforts to promote Shanxi’s new concepts, new ideas and new measures for energy development, advanced energy technology achievements, advanced energy equipment manufacturing capability, huge energy development opportunities, excellent business environment, rich historical and cultural heritage, abundant tourism resources, and create a responsible persons of Kazakhstan China in electric power, new energy, natural gas good image of “green Shanxi”. Trade Promotion Association, Kazakh- (coalbed methane) and other industries. 1. Shanxi provincial leaders stan International Chamber of Comm- 5. New energy new technology lead the delegation for visits erce and other business associations, show Kazakhstan business representatives, From July 1 - 4, Shanxi delegation res-ponsible persons of the organizing Time: July 7-9, 2017 will visit Kyrgyzstan. committee of the World Expo, respon- Location: “A Day of Intelligent On July 5, Shanxi provincial leaders sible persons of some of the national Energy” area, first floor, China Pavilion will attend the opening ceremony of the pavilions and international organization Advanced thin-film solar technolo- China Pavilion and the China-Kazakh- pavilions, and other foreign friends. The gy and related new energy products will stan Energy Cooperation Forum, and de- supporting activities are Shanxi cultural be displayed mainly through thin-film liver a keynote speech at the China-Ka- and artistic performances. solar technology videos, models, etc. zakhstan Energy Cooperation Forum. 3. Shanxi brands along the 6. Cultural exchange activities On July 7, Shanxi provincial leaders Silk Road (Kazakhstan Stop) Time: will attend the opening ceremony of the Activities July 7-9, 2017 Shanxi Week and the Shanxi Competitive Location: Event Hall, the small Industry Project International Cooperation Time: July 5-7, 2017 stage, and the small square at the en- Promotion Conference, and meet with the Location: KORME Exhibition trance, China Pavilion guests at the conference. Center, Astana City Paper-cutting, dough statue, plank 2. Shanxi Week opening About 20 Shanxi enterprises will picture and other intangible cultural her- ceremony participate in the exhibition which covers itage artistry will be performed; Pingyao an area of 400 square meters and displays polished lacquerware, embroidery, fabrics Time: 10: 30-13: 00, July 7, 2017 200 kinds of products in three major cat- and other unique Shanxi crafts will be Location: 2nd Floor, Event Hall, egories — new energy equipment, build- displayed; and Suona horn, folk songs, China Pavilion ing materials, and household goods. dances, drama, stunning skills and other The opening ceremony will be at- 4. Shanxi Competitive cultural programs will be performed. tended by leaders of the China Council Industry Project International 7. Chinese ancient civilization · for the Promotion of International Trade, Cooperation Promotion Shanxi nice scenery Shanxi the National Energy Agency, the Chinese Conference tourism promotion conference Embassy in Kazakhstan and the China Pavilion, the Shanxi provincial leaders, Time: 14: 30-17: 30, July 7, 2017 Time: 10: 00-11: 00, July 8, 2017 responsible persons for subordinate de- Location: Beijing Tower Sunshine Location: Event Hall, 2nd Floor, partments and institutions of the Shanxi Hotel, Astana City China Pavilion government and enterprise representatives The conference will give an intro- Shanxi tourism resources will of Shanxi, leaders of the Ministry of En- duction to the overall development of the be promoted in an all-round way, and ergy and the Ministry of Investment and Shanxi energy industry, Kazakhstan en- Shanxi’s magnificent and beautiful Development of Kazakhstan, leaders of ergy policy and cooperation intention, and natural scenery, long history and rich the friendly partner states of Kazakhstan, promote Shanxi’s competitive enterprises culture will be displayed.

23 Opening up Shanxi along the Silk Road

n its participation in the “Silk Tianli Enterprise Group’s 10,000 tons ing, real estate, agriculture, and medicine. Road” initiative to facilitate textile processing project in Mauritius, Today, as the saying goes, “the win-winI cooperation, Shanxi Province China Oasis Energy Company’s steel government sets up the stage, and the takes bold moves to be more open. plant project in Kazakhstan with an an- enterprises sing the opera”. Shanxi Shanxi is fully expanding the opening- nual output of 600,000 tons, Zhongxin will take the opportunity of the Asta- up and developing an open economy Coking’s coking project in Zimbabwe na World Expo to give full play to its so as to make a breakthrough in the with an annual output of 300,000 tons, geological and industrial advantage, transformation of the resource-based Shanxi Huayun Energy and Meijin make use of Central Asia’s advantage economy. It firmly grasps the strategic Energy’s 3000MW pithead power in mineral resources, assist Shanxi opportunities brought by the “Belt plant construction project in Mongolia, enterprises in investing in energy and and Road” initiative, integrates itself and the construction of the Shanxi-Af- mineral resources in Kazakhstan and fully into the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei rica Cooperation Zone. other Central Asian countries, build coordinated development, actively Data from the Department of industrial parks for resources deep deepens the cooperation with the Commerce of Shanxi Province show that processing, and guide enterprises in Central Plains Economic Region, as of mid-May, a total of 160 enterprises establishing overseas resource devel- vigorously advances the collaboration in the province has applied for a record of opment and processing bases as well as with the Economic Belt along the 245 overseas invested enterprises, with an technology research and development Yellow River, gives strong support to actual investment of USD 2.1 billion, in and equipment manufacturing bases, enterprises going global, takes forceful more than 60 countries and regions in- and encourage enterprises to participate measures to bring in, and strives to cluding the United States, Canada, Indo- in the infrastructure construction along build an open upland of global, low- nesia and Australia, involving five major the Belt and Road. carbon, environment-friendly economy areas-minerals, equipment manufactur- Along the Silk Road, holding a and enhance the level of the open “business card” of opening-up, a green platform. Shanxi will benefit the entire world and The leading group for affairs relat- be a good example to other provinces. ing to Shanxi Province’s participation in the “Belt and Road” initiative has set up a special international production capacity and equipment manufacturing cooperation group, which is responsible for promoting international production capacity cooperation. Shanxi Province has released the “Guidance on the Promotion of Enterprises Going out to Run Transnational Business”, “Imple- mentation Plan of Shanxi Province for Promoting International Production Capacity and Equipment Manufac- turing Cooperation”, “Implementing Regulations of Shanxi Province of Ad- vancing Coke International Production Capacity”, providing policy guidance for enterprises going global. Meanwhile, Shanxi has gathered information from enterprises, financial institutions, trade associations, etc., and established an international production capacity cooperation dynamic project pool. The following projects have been chosen as the key projects of China’s three-year action plan for promoting international production capacity and equipment manufacturing cooperation:

24 Splendid Shanxi in a Strategic Location

hanxi has a long history and rich culture. It is known as theS “museum of ancient Chinese culture” and “the cradle of the Chinese civilization”. At present, Shanxi has a goal of fostering the cultural tourism industry into a strategic pillar industry, and developing into a tourism-powerful province with its own characteristics and charm, and strives to build itself into China’s first-class, internationally renowned tourist destination. Shanxi natural scenery Shanxi natural tourism attractions are mainly mountains. There are famous mountains throughout the province, taste Shanxi Cuisine, one of China’s such as Hengshan Mountain, one of the eight major cuisines. Shanxi food is five most famous mountains in China; mainly salty and savoury, but also sweet Wutai Mountain, the largest and the and sour all at the same time. The most prestigious history among the four cooking techniques used are blasting, Buddhist Mountains in the history; frying, quick-frying, simmering, brais- North Wudang Mountain, a Taoist re- ing, stewing, grilling, steaming and sort; Wulaofeng Mountain with the lush important archaeological sites; and feel other cooking techniques. Light-fried and verdant forests; and Taihang Moun- the inheritance of the Chinese legacy pork, Taiyuan Tounao, Taigu cake, tain featured the karst landform. through the Yao and Shun culture, Shangdang donkey meat, Jishan fried There is beautiful scenery with Guandi culture and the Dahuaishu cul- dough twists, mutton entrails soup, mountains and rivers. The over 5000 ki- ture. “ten bowls”, Huozi meal and so on, to lometers long Yellow River winds several Shanxi merchants culture: the enumerate all the Shanxi foods, a very times at the Laoniuwan Bay, “knocks” glory of the Shanxi merchants is show- thick menu is needed. open the door of Shanxi, turns sharply cased by the famous ancient city of After enjoying the delicious towards the south, and goes through 4 Pingyao and the big courtyards of the food, nothing is better than enjoying cities 18 counties (cities), washing out Shanxi merchants; and the charm of the unique folk art of Shanxi. The the “Yellow River, Golden Triangle”, integrity and good faith is displayed by ancient Yellow River culture casts the which is most suitable for the generation the numerous shops, banks, account breath-taking folk art. Shanxi gongs and development of the farming culture. books and other relics. and drums, which demonstrate the These famous mountains and rivers Buddhist culture: the vicissi- simplicity, frankness, passion, boldness not only nourish the generations of Shanxi tudes of the border and the Great Wall and generosity of the offspring of the people, but also form numerous scenic witness the integration of the Chinese Yellow River by its rough, sturdy, mag- spots as beautiful as pictures and become nations; you can feel the profound Bud- nificent and natural characteristics, is Shanxi’s inexhaustible tourism resources. dhist culture by visiting the world-re- hailed as “China’s first drum”. Shanxi Cultural heritage nowned Yungang Grottoes, Wutai opera has mildly and smooth rhythm, Mountain and other holy places. beautiful, round and agreeable melody, Shanxi is an important birthplace Folk culture: you can trace the and clear lines. It has the local flavor of Chinese civilization, and is the cradle elapsed glorious chapters through of middle Shanxi and its own unique of human civilization. In the past thou- the numerous ancient towns and fer- style. Shanxi paper cutting is popular in sands of years, the hard-working and ries; and listen to the echo of history celebrations of birthday, marriage, fu- intelligent Shanxi people have created through folk songs, folk dance, folk art neral, festivals and also in daily life. It is a broad, profound, distinctive, brilliant and other intangible cultural heritage. not only realistic and vivid, and but also culture. Delicious food and unique folk full of artistic imagination. Root culture: experience the arts The generations of Shanxi people shock of the origin of the civilization by living along the banks of the Yellow visiting Xihoudu, Ke River and other When visiting Shanxi, you must River have created a brilliant Yellow

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Guangdong Week

he Guangdong Provincial Government will hold “Guangdong Week” at the China Pavilion of Astana Expo during August 18-20. The events will include opening ceremony, energy development forum, new energy product exhibition, the promotion of key cities and enterprises, Guangdong themed culture performance, non-heritage culture performance, “Beautiful Guangdong” photo exhibitions and trade and tourismT promotions. Meizhou and Huizhou will hold city promoting events during “Guangdong Week”, to introduce the investment environment and industry resources of the two cities. Guangdong Provincial Government will invite China Guangdong Nuclear Group, Guangdong Baolihua Group, Hongda Xingye Co., Ltd. and Guangdong Institute of En- ergy Conversion to participate into the event, to share Guangdong’s new concepts and achievements in new energy and technology. It also will invite Guangdong Master Group and Guangdong Paitao Porcelain to introduce Guang- dong’s small home appliance industry and porcelain culture.

A brief introduction to Guangdong Province

uangdong Province is located Guangdong has seized the oppor- at the southernmost tip of tunities of the world industrial transfer mainlandG China, neighboring South to promote the industrial development China Sea, Hong Kong and Macao. It’s a and industrialization, and to establish an production factors. Important platforms pioneer of China’s reform and opening up, integrated industrial system. At present, such as Guangzhou Nansha, Shenzhen and covers an area of 17.97 million square it has nine pillar industries, namely elec- Qianhai, Zhuhai Hengqin, China-Sin- kilometers. Guangdong has 21 prefecture- tronic information, electrical machinery, gapore Guangzhou Knowledge City and level cities (including two sub-provincial petrochemical, textile and garment, food China-German Industrial Service Zone cities), and 119 county-level administrative and beverage, building material, paper- develop rapidly. Regional economic inte- regions (62 municipal districts, 20 county- making, medicine and auto industry. gration of Guangdong, Hong Kong and level cities, 34 counties, and 3 autonomous With the rapid growth of shipbuilding, Macao and the construction of Pearl River counties). As of the end of 2016, the rail transportation equipment, nuclear Delta world-class city cluster are accelerat- resident population of Guangdong power equipment, wind power equipment ing. 12 new areas in east Guangdong, west Province was 109.99 million. and aircraft Industry, it has established an Guangdong and north Guangdong have Being one of the earliest trade advanced manufacturing industry system. made full preparation to provide diversi- ports in Chinese history and the start- Modern service industries such as logistics, fied, all-round and high-level platforms for ing point of the famous “Maritime Silk exhibition, finance, information and tour- multinational companies’ investment. Road”, Guangdong has a long history ism are flourishing. Canton Fair, China Guangdong is also an important of commerce. Since the reform and Hi-Tech Fair, China International SME carrier of Lingnan Culture, and has a opening up for over 30 years, it took the Fair, Guangdong 21st Century Maritime unique style in language, customs, living advantage of neighboring Hong Kong Silk Road International Expo and other habits, history and culture. In terms of and Macao, and seized the historical large international exhibitions enjoy a great food culture, it has the Cantonese cui- opportunity. It expanded its opening to reputation inside and outside. sine, one of China’s four major cuisines. the outside, and actively participated in Guangdong is one of the most favor- In terms of local operas, it has Cantonese international competition and coopera- able investment environmental provinces Opera and Chaozhou Opera, two of the tion. Guangdong now becomes one of in China. With advanced infrastructure, ten major local operas in China. In terms the most prosperous and economically well-developed traffic and communication, of dialects, its dialects are Cantonese, dynamic regions in China. In 2016, its convenient customs clearance, highly mar- Hakka and Minnan dialect. Guangdong total GDP was RMB 7951.205 billion, ketization and integrated market system, it is also the center of Cantonese and Hak- ranked first in the whole country. has fully gathered talents, capital and other ka language and culture.

26 Development Achievements and Technical Highlights of Energy in Guangdong Province

I. Development Achievements Beijing); the proportion of coal, oil and ral power grid, “bottlenecks” of power other traditional fossil energy was grad- supply, low-voltage and other problems (i) Further enhancement of ener- ually reduced, and its non-fossil energy have been solved efficiently, and the gy supply capacity consumption accounted for 21%, which power supply capacity has been further As of the end of 2016, Guang- was 8% higher than the national aver- improved; therefore the quality and dong Province’s installed power-gene- age one; its standard coal consumption reliability of rural electricity have been rating capacity has been about 106 of coal-fired power supply is 5g / kwh enhanced drastically. In addition, the million kilowatts, (including 9.38 mil- lower than the national average one. utilization and popularization rate of lion kilowatts of nuclear power), which (iii) Remarkable effects of energy natural gas for urban residents has been additionally receives about 35 million saving and emission reduction in elec- further increased. kilowatts of electricity from West-East tric power industry II. Advanced Energy Electricity Transmission Project, and Guangdong Province has fully Technologies its installed capacity of clean power completed the desulfurization and (except coal-fired power) has accounted de-nitrification of over 125 thousand (i) Obvious improvement of en- for 57% of the total one of available kilowatts of coal-fired generating units, ergy technology and equipment level power inside and outside the province; carried out ultra-low emission and en- The level of coal-fired power, -nu its processing capacity of crude oil has ergy-saving transformation of coal-fired clear power, renewable energy, power been up to 52 million tons per year, and power plants, accelerated the construc- grid and other energy technology and its supplying capacity of natural gas has tion of centralized heating capacity in equipment have been improved, mean- been about 35 billion cubic meters per both industrial parks and industrial while supercritical million-kilowatt year. Through a long period of continu- convergent areas, therefore not only class, G3 nuclear power, complete set ous efforts, for our province’s source of the total emissions of air pollutants in of large-scale wind turbine, PV power energy supply, a pattern of “provincial the electric power industry has been generation with high conversion effi- production, domestic allocation and decreased significantly, but also the coal ciency, UHV transmission, smart grid, transportation and imported comple- utilization efficiency has been increased ultra-low emission of coal-fired power mentation” has been basically formed, greatly. and other advanced technology and a diversified energy supply system has (iv) Active promotion of energy equipment have been popularized and been preliminarily established, and it system and mechanism reform applied one after another. can be generally met the demands of Guangdong Province has steadily (ii) Steady progress of G3 nuclear economic and social development. promoted the reform of energy system power technology (ii) Effective control of energy and mechanism, done a good job in Taishan Nuclear Power Plant, consumption the reform and pilot of electricity sales located in Taishan city of Guangdong In 2016, Guangdong Province’s side, and taken the lead in the reform Province, is a nuclear power unit with total energy consumption was about and pilot of transmission, distribution the maximum single-machine capac- 313 million tons of standard coal, with electricity price, and natural gas price, ity in the world currently, which can the year-on-year growth of 3.9%; its therefore its overall reform of energy reduce about 8.42 million tons of stan- electricity consumption was 561 billion system and mechanism has been in the dard coal consumption, and more than kwh, with the year-on-year growth of forefront of our country. 22.77 million tons of greenhouse gas 5.6%; and its energy consumption per (v) Significant improvement of emissions after having been built. unit of GDP was 0.394 tons of stan- energy use conditions for urban and (iii) Continuous improvement of dard coal / RMB ten thousand, which rural residents wind turbine manufacturing level was the second-lowest one (only next to Overloaded equipment in the ru- Guangdong Mingyang Wind Power Industry Group Co., Ltd., one manufacturer of large-scale wind turbine in Guangdong Province, has researched MySE series wind turbine with the advantages of high power generation, low cost per Kwh, high reliability, and excellent corrosion resistance, which can provide the optimal solutions to resist the sea environment, such as typhoon, and high salt fog, even can achieve an unmanned intelligent wind farm on the sea.

27 LOCAL PART

Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Week

n August 22-24, 2017, with the theme of “Innovative Energy, Silk Grassland”, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region week will be held in the China Pavilion. Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region is the first autonomous region of minority nationalities founded in China. It governs three leagues, nine cities, two specifically-designated cities and 102 banners/counties(city, district). Inner Mongolia Autonomous RegionO has a population of 25,110,000, of which 4,580,000 are Mongolians.

General Introduction of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region

nner Mongolia Autonomous resources reserves rank highly in when separately the biggest land ports Region covers a vast in territory. compared to the whole country, this to Russia and Mongolia. In 2015, 2 WithI an area of 1,183,000 km , which is especially with relation to 30 kinds Manchuria and Erlianhot were involved extends across the “Three Norths” of mine resources. Among them, the in the country’s project- the construction (Northeast, North China and Northwest explored reserve of coal, lead, zinc, silver of the “Silk Road”. China), there are eight provinces and rare earth precedes all the other Inner Mongolia Autonomous surrounding Inner Mongolia, which are provinces and regions (The proved Region has a solid foundation in Heilongjiang Province, Jilin Province, reserve of coal is more than 800 billion developing: the flourishing economic Liaoning Province, Hebei Provinces, tons, and the proved reserve of natural condition, a united ethnic group, Shanxi Province, Shaanxi Province, gas is more than 500 million cubic a peaceful frontier and a stable Gansu Province and Ningxia Province. meters, as for wind energy, more than society. Under the policy of Western Besides the large territory, Inner 150 million kilowatts are available). The Development and Revitalizing old Mongolia Autonomous Region also has tourist resources are also wonderful and industrial bases in Northeast China, a long borderline of 4,200 kilometers, unique, with all the natural, historical, together with the hard work of all sharing common borders with both cultural inheritance and ethnic customs. the ethnic groups in the region, Inner Russia and Mongolia. The straight Being an important economic Mongolia Autonomous Region has distance from east to west is more than hinterland of both the Jing-jin-ji created many good opportunities for 2,400 kilometers, and the distance from region and the Bohai Economic Circle, investors. Especially in the recent years, north to south stretches across more than Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region the comprehensive economic power of 1,700 kilometers. is uniquely located, connecting the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Inner Mongolia Autonomous economic channel of North China and has been strengthened greatly. GDP of Region is rich in resources. It has the the Great Northwest of the country. the whole region has increased to RMB largest forests, grasslands and cultivated There are now 18 open ports, among 1,800 billion, with an annual growth of farmlands in the country. Many of the them Manchuria and Erlianhot are 10%; the general public budget revenue

28 has increased into RMB 196.35 billion, billion kilograms; livestock is up to 136 rare earth new materials industry become with an annual growth of 12.9%. Inner million. The conversion rate of farm the leading row of the country, too. The Mongolia has better economic indicators and animal products has risen to 58.9%, capacity of innovation driven development than average. enhancing the foundation position of strengthened prominently. 2,445 scientific The speed of industrial husbandry. The contribution rate of and technological achievements and 18,700 transformation and upgrading has high and new technology, non-ferrous licensing with all kinds of patents have been accelerated greatly. After three major metals, equipment manufacturing and obtained. Condition of urban and rural adjustments, the industrial structure agricultural product processing has risen development, level of regional coordination has changed from 9.4:54.5:36.1 to to 49%; power capacity has reached development, capability of development 9:51:40 with reformed traditional 100 billion kilowatts, including wind and support, as well as people’s living industry, molding new industry and power of 24.25 million kw, which total standard has been significantly improved. multidimensional pillar industry. The generation ranks first in China; the scales Each career developed and stood at a new output of food has come to 28.27 of modern coal chemical industry and starting point.

Broad- Prospective for Green Development

nner Mongolia Autonomous combustion for electricity, the way Region is rich in scenery and of using new energy for electricity naturalI resources. With a vast territory, production saves coal for more than Inner Mongolia has superior conditions 60 million tons, while reducing smoke realize the utmost use of land. In this in developing New Energy. China’s for more than 78 thousand tons, sulfur way, the electricity produced by the vigorously promotion of the use of New dioxide for more than 470 thousand tons panels provides power for the facilities Energy, together with its earnestly and carbon dioxide for more than 160 in the green house to keep a suitable practice of the concept of Green million tons at the same time. In this way, temperature and humidity, and increase Development, Inner Mongolia has energy was conserved and emission was production in the end. As of now, there developed into a unique good situation reduced, making a positive contribution are some demonstration projects in with the most installation of wind to the protection of the region’s ecological Hohhot, Bayannur and other places set power equipment and a large scale of environment . up by Qing Dao NESI Photovoltaic photovolatic power generation. Demonstration project Company, Shanlu Group, Xiangdao Achievements Company etc. Exploring to implement wind Photovoltaic sand control proj- Until now, Inner Mongolia has power heating: since 2011, Inner ect: in 2011, Elion Resources Group succeeded in developing new energy, Mongolia has conducted wind power constructed a 110 thousand kilowatts forming wind power as the main way heating program trials in Ulanqab, ecological photovoltaic program in of electric generation, supplemented by Chifeng and Tongliao. Wind power Kubuqi desert. This program means photovoltaic power generation. Till the heating means the application of wind growing plants and feeding livestocks end of 2015, the total transmission ca- power to provide heat in later winter between photovoltaic panels. Using the pacity produced by new energy was 31.7 nights. Wind power heating not only panels as shelters, the strong sunshine million kilowatts, occupying 30.5% replaces the burning boilers to save the was blocked and the evaporation was of all the electric-power generation of consumption of coal to reduce pollution, reduced. Hence, the growth of the the region. Among the 31.7 million but also keeps people warm. In general, plants were accelerated, and the animals kilowatts electricity, 24.25 million kilo- the results are quite effective, both were protected. In the meantime, the watts were produced by wind power, environmentally and socially. Till now, manure of the animals offers organic 4.9 million kilowatts were produced by wind power heating system covers 960 fertilizer for the growth of the plants. photovoltaic power. In 2015, the gross thousand square meters in the whole Altogether, the panels, the plants and electric output produced by new energy region. the animals form a well-functioned eco- was 50.8 million kilowatts, occupying Photovoltaic facility agriculture: logical circle, realizing the integrative 13% of the whole region’s gross electric to overcome the disadvantage of development of sand control, plantation output, 20% of the nation’s electricity over-occupied land of photovoltaic and photoltaic power. Besides, Elion consumption. power equipment, Inner Mongolia Resources Group is still in construction In the recent years, the accumulative has organized Photovoltaic Facility of a 200 thousand kilowatts Photo- output of electricity produced by new Agriculture Program. This program voltaic Sand Control Project, which is energy is 191.7 million kilowatts. places photovoltaic panels on reinforced estimated to prevent wind and fix wind Comparing to the traditional way of greenhouse to generate electricity, which for over 20 thousand mu.

29 The Beautiful and Magnificent Inner Mongolia

Four tourism regions with rich Dali Lake, Yulong Sand Lake, Reshui, China International Nadam Fair, China- resources Asihatu Rock Forest, the Site of Xana- Mongolia Expo, China Grassland du and Harqin Palace. Cultural Festival, Ordos International Inner Mongolia has great stretch Northeast Forest and Grassland Nadam Fair, Manchuria International in geography and rich tourism resourc- Tourism Region Ice and Snow Festival, and China- es. It consists of four tourism regions, This region covers areas of Hulun- Russia-Mongolia Beauty Contest. including Chilechuan Modern Grass- biur, Hinggan League and Tongliao, Inner Mongolia also holds land Tourism Region, Beijing-Tian- featuring grassland, forest, folk culture Inner Mongolia Tourism Industry jin-Hebei Rim Grassland Tourism Re- experiences, spa treatment, ice and Development Expo, Grassland Nadam gion, Northeast Forest and Grassland snow tourism, frontier ports and exotic and Mongolian Clothing Culture Tourism Region, and Northwest Poplar atmosphere. The main scenic spots Festival, Ice and Snow Nadam and and Desert Adventure Region. include Hulunbiur grassland, Horqin Mongolian Winter Cloth Festival. Chilechuan Modern Grassland grassland, Xiaozhuang Park, Daqing- Nadams were also held in prefec- Tourism Region gou national park, Zhurihe Ranch, tures, counties, companies, ranches and This region many covers cities of River Ranch, Arshaan Mountain villages all across Inner Mongolia. Hohhot, Baotou, Ordos and Bayannur, forest, hot springs, Hailar patriotism More than 100 large holiday cel- featuring grassland, deserts, ancient rel- education base, the Golden Horde, ebration events are also held each year ics, lakes and industrial spots. The main Huhenoel, Phoenix Mountain, Mor- across the region, including the 818 scenic spots include Da Zhao Temple, daga Forest Park, Bilahe tourist area, Zhelimu Horse-racing Festival, the Zhao Jun Tomb, Mengniu Industry Aoluguya deer tribe, Lengji Village, Arxan Holy Water Festival, the Alashan Park, Yili Industry Park, Wu Dang- Manchuria and Mengwushiwei, the Autumn Populus Festival and the Hetao zhao Monastery, Xilamuren Grassland, source of Argun River. Cultural Festival. These events are col- Sounding Sand Bay, the Mausoleum Northwest Poplar and Desert orful and enticing, allowing tourists to of Genghis Khan, Seven Star Lake, Adventure Region gain more knowledge of local folk cul- Jiuchenggong Tourism Spot, Weixin This region mainly covers areas of ture and practices. Golf Resort, Yellow River Hetao Cul- Wuhai and Alxa League, featuring rock Delicious food and distinct ture Park and Nalin Lake. painting, religious tourism, habitation local produce Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Rim culture, aerospace technology and desert Grassland Tourism Region experiences. The main scenic spots Delicious Mongolian food in- This region covers areas of Ulan- include Wuhai Lake, Golden Sand Bay, cludes roast whole lamb, boiled lamb, qab, Xilingol and Chifeng, featuring Mandela Mountain Rock Painting, Juyan milk products and kumiss. The Mongo- grassland, Mongolian culture, Hong- Lake, Guangzong Temple, Moon Lake, lian cuisine featuring a large proportion shan culture, Liao culture, geological populus forests, Dongfeng Aerospace of meat and drinks shows the openness wonders and springs. The major scenic City and Badain Jaran Desert. of Mongolian people. spots include Ulaanbutan grassland, Colorful exhibitions and The major local produce includes Hunshandake Sandy Land, Xilingol holiday celebrations blueberry, sea buckthorn, filbert, beef Grassland, Gegentala Grassland, jerky, milk products and special handi- Huitengxile Grassland, Daihai Lake, Each year Inner Mongolia holds crafts. Improving infrastructure and reception conditions Inner Mongolia now has 19 airports, with flights connected to major cities of the country. International flights to Seoul, Ulan Bator, Chita and Irkutsk now also operating. The travel by railway and expressway is also convenient and fast. As of now Inner Mongolia has 318 A-level tourist spots, 318 star restau- rants and 956 travel agencies. It also has various folk reception facilities that meet demands of all levels and different groups of people.

30 ENERGY PART China-Kazakhstan Energy Cooperation Ushers in Great Opportunities —An interview with Timur Malikov, the Director of the Representa- tive Office to the PRC of the SAMRUK-KAZYNA

By Chen Lu

“The ‘Belt and Road’ initiative is Capacity Cooperation and Investment Corporation promoting cooperation on a timely solution to the global political, Planning”, and concluded agreements hydropower and wind power. economic and humanitarian crises of this for 54 projects. Most of these projects are Localization is a consideration century, and its successful implementation located in Kazakhstan and 20 of them are when investing in Kazakhstan will bring tangible benefits to the world,” owned by the SAMRUK-KAZYNA, said Nazarbayev, President of Kazakhstan, including power stations, chemical fiber According to Timur Malikov, in May 2017 when he attended the plants, mining and so on. In addition, Kazakhstan began the privatization of Round-Table leaders’ summit of the the SAMRUK-KAZYNA works in its state-owned enterprises in 2016, “Belt and Road” Forum for International cooperation with the Silk Road Fund, in hopes of reducing the proportion Cooperation in Beijing. the China National Development Bank, of state-owned enterprises accounting As an important gateway connecting the China Export-Import Bank and the for 20% in 2019 from 40%. The Asia and Europe, Kazakhstan has also Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, SAMRUK-KAZYNA owns more than benefited from the “Belt and Road” to fund Chinese companies that invest in 600 affiliated state-owned enterprises. It initiative. Joint-stock Company National Kazakhstan, since most of whom make is currently trying to sell some out and it Welfare Fund SAMRUK-KAZYNA investments through loans. Last year, the welcomes foreign investors to take part Director in China, Timur Malikov, SAMRUK-KAZYNA and the Silk Road in the privatization process, including introduced a series of projects during a Fund reached projects of USD 8 billion. Chinese enterprises. recent interview with China’s Foreign “We look forward to diversified “Kazakhstan implements many Trade, which witnessed achievements by investments and economic and trade preferential policies for foreign-funded economic and trade cooperation between cooperation between the two countries, enterprises. As to chemical projects, the two countries. especially in the fields of intelligence, we have constructed two economic Powerful players encourage mining, chemical industry and raw development zones with comprehensive cooperative projects between material processing.” Timur Marikov water and electricity, heating and other China and Kazakhstan said, “China has a great demand gap in infrastructure, and Chinese companies electric power, and Kazakhstan intends operating there will be free of taxes for It is reported that the SAMRUK- to export electricity to China, but the 20 years.” Timur Marikov said. KAZYNA manages these large cooperation in this sector is limited, since In addition, Timur Marikov also state-owned enterprises and financial such projects are complex and there is advises Chinese companies interested in development agencies, coordinates a lack of investment. As for now, the investing in Kazakhstan to pay attention national key projects and investment Kazakhstan National Fund is actively to “localization”, namely strictly projects, and accumulates revenue to boosting cooperation with the China following local standards, employing deal with the international financial National Energy Administration.” local people, and integrating with the crisis. In fact, it controls the real The theme for the China Pavilion local community. These measures can economy of Kazakhstan. at the Astana Expo 2017 is “Future play an important role in promoting the Timur Malikov said, the “Belt Energy, Green Silk Road”. Timur development of enterprises there. and Road” initiative contributes greatly Malikov mentioned although rich in Timur Malikov revealed that a to the SAMRUK-KAZYNA. natural resources, Kazakhstan is not a number of state-owned under SAMRUK- Under the framework of the “Belt and strong player in new energy, so it needs KAZYNA company would attend the Road” initiative, the China National advanced technology from China for energy forum held on July 5 during Astana Development and Reform Commission further development by cooperating on Expo 2017, looking forward to expanding and the Kazakhstan Investment and green power generating projects. Now, and deepening the communication between Development Ministry jointly prepared the SAMRUK-KAZYNA is working China and Kazakhstan, and promoting the “China-Kazakhstan Production together with the China Three Gorges bilateral economic and trade cooperation.

31 “Silk Road” Links to “Bright Road”, Boosts China-Kazakhstan Cooperation in Broad Fields By Liu Xinwei

“The fund for the Silk Road trade, energy, culture, security and so on. will receive convenience in visa. now has now accumulated to “Kazakhstan connects Asia and Kazakhstan connects Europe USD 40 billion, of which USD 2 Europe, and has the strength to build and Asia, and has unique geographical billion is specifically reserved for up an important bridge between Europe advantages and rich resources, Kazakhstan,” said Dmitriy Tkachenko, and China, as the Silk Road was a good including the largest tungsten reserves executive director of the Kazakhstan’s example,” said a Kazakhstan Parliament in the world, the second largest National Export and Investment member, Ashimbayev. titanium reserves and the fourth Agency—Kaznex Invest, during China and Kazakhstan prepare largest aluminum reserves. According an investor road show presentation a list of production capacity to the World Bank’s report, the in China. According to him, a list rank for Kazakhstan’s investment th of projects on production capacity In 2014, the Kazakhstan Investment environment has increased to 35 st cooperation with high priorities has and Development Ministry and the China from 41 . worldwide. However, the been made, covering a broad sectors, National Development and Reform overall technological development in particular focusing on chemical Commission reached an agreement on there is unbalanced. In Kazakhstan, engineering, mining and metallurgy. production capacity cooperation. Under heavy industry and resources related During the Hangzhou G20 the agreement, the two governments industries are the main pollars, and Summit, China and Kazakhstan would identify the priority of and develop now the government is focused on made out a cooperation programe to roadmaps for the cooperation projects on processing and technological industries. better align the Silk Road Economic production capacity. “We welcome investors with Belt initiatve with Kazakhstan’s new According to Dmitriy Tkachenko, technology, and provide them with economic policy of the “Bright Road”, enlisted projects can enjoy favorable preferential policies,” said an official and in order to encourage both countires policies in Kazakhstan and get financed from Kaznex Invest, “For example, to explore new potentials through from Chinese development agencies and if the investment amount is greater production capacity and investment the Silk Road Fund. In addition, the than USD 12 million, the project will cooperation, so as to further promote the business people involved in the project, be free of corporate income tax for 10 all-around cooperation in economy and as well as consultants serve the project, years, property tax for 8 years.” To attract foreign technology, Kazakhstan is visa-free for 34 countries, and has set up 10 sepcial economic zones for different industries in various regions, to boost development of certain industreis. Enterprises that invests in Kazakhstan can choose among these special economic zones based on their business scopes. “In addition to the special economic zones, Kazakhstan has established state industrial parks operated by local governments, which attracts investors and foreign companies by preferential policies,” the officer said. At present, Kazakhstan’s government is vigorously developing and supporting the Astana New City Special Economic Zone, which specializes in light

32 industry, automotive, aviation, chemical, railway According to an official from North construction and so on, and where 33 projects are Kazakhstan State, in 2015, the state government operating. strengthened the support to investment projects, Both sides focus on cooperation in namley for 50% of subsidy for projects that agriculture succeds in first breeding, and up to 10% subsidy of loan rate for machinery manufacturing Leaders of China and Kazakhstan focus projects. on cooperation in agriculture, and are exploring China-Europe Express promotes further potential in this area. Since China and China Kazakhstan cooperation in Kazakhstan began cooperation in production transportation capacity in 2014, they have approved 51 projects including 2-3 agricultural projects, including oil Recently, the first train for new China- products, meat processing and wheat production, Europe Express service left Xinzhu Station in and the cooperative tomato sauce project between Xi’an of China, heading to Moscow of Russia, via Kazakhstan and COFCO Tunhe. Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan. It is reported The fund for “Agriculture is an industry that is rapidly by Kazakhstan international news agency that the the Silk Road growing in Kazakhstan and of great importance, as new China-Europe Express service takes about Kazakhstan is planning to make agriculture a new 11 days to complete a trip of 7,423 kilometers, now has now economic growth point,” said Gulmira Issayeva, which is 30 plus days shorter than the same accumulated vice minister of the Ministry of Agriculture of journey by sea. to USD 40 Kazakhstan. The government of Kazakhstan has As an important project for the alignment developed a long-term plan for foreign investment, of Kazakhstan “Bright Road” new economic billion, of in particular focusing on agriculture, meaning plan and China’s “Belt and Road” initiatve, which USD 2 enterprises investing in agriculture in Kazakhstan China-Europe Express Trains has become an billion is will get benefits including material resources, integral part of the international railway transport specifically including equipment, land, and buildings. cooperation between China and Kazakhstan. In “We are willing to help investors implement the first half of 2016, 438 trains runs between reserved for the projects they want in Kazakhstan,” Issayeva Europe and China via Kazakhstan, an increase of Kazakhstan. said, “There is no need to worry about the raw 142%. materials, since there are abundant natural Recently, CRRC Corporation Limited resources and raw materials in Kazakhstan, as (CRRC) and Kazakhstan National Railway well as convenient transportation, logistics and (KNR) signed a memorandum of understanding in warehousing, and supportive policies.” Beijing, to promote cooperation in railway traffic Issayeva also expressed the wish that equipment. According to this MoU, both sides enterprises can bring new technology into will extensively explore the potential for CRRC’s Kazakhstan, and turn raw materials into food participation in the development of rail traffic products for the international market by applying market in Kazakhstan. these new technologies. According to an official from KNR, now At present, the Kazakhstan Ministry of there are 15 provinces and cities in China Agriculture is discussing with the Export and cooperating with Kazakhstan in logistics. Trains Investment Agency on further expanding the scale regularly run between China and Europe, and of foreign investment, especially those from China. travel a distance of 11,000 kilometers in about 14- “If Chinese companies have mature technology 15 days, delivering 800,000 containers per year. that can be applied in Kazakhstan without any As to the alignment of “Silk Road Economic localization, we will provide all necessaries to Belt” and Kazakhstan’s “Bright Road”, Anashkin implement and adopt the technology, including said, since then 16 railway and logistics projects adjust our standards or adapt to China’s standards.” and 5 logistics and infrastructure projects have Issayeva said. been implemented, some of which have been According to statistics from the United completed. Nations, by 2050 the demand for agricultural “Now we have our own terminal station products around the world will increase by 70%. in Lianyungang. Lianyungang is one of our North Kazakhstan State, a traditional agricultural distribution centers, and the starting point for state, has a grain output of 5 million tons per year, trains heading to Central Asia via Kazakhstan,” of which 1.5 million tons grains and 150,000 said he. And he disclosed that KNR would further tonnes of flour are exported. However, due to weak deepen the cooperation with China, especially local food processing capacity, the majority of the with Lianyungang, including cooperation in unprocessed raw materials are directly transported infrastructure, and cargo transportation by train to other areas. between China and Europe via Kazakhstan.

33 Renewable Energy Becomes an Inevitable Choice for Global “Energy Transformation” By Zhao Yongqiang

s issues related to sustainable development such as ensuring energy resources are sustainable, protecting the environment, and addressing climate Achange raise more and more concerns around the world, accelerating the development and utilization of renewable energy is becoming increasingly in demand. Many developed and developing countries have put forward goals for this progress, and deployed key sectors for renewable energy. Even Canada, Australia, the Middle East and North African countries, which are traditionally rich in fossil fuel resources, have displayed an ambition in renewable energy, focusing on solar and other new energy sources, to reduce the dependency on fossil fuels. Renewable energy is therefore becoming a fundamental trend for global energy transformation. Accelerated development of new energy Europe is pioneering the construction of low-carbon, clean and sustainable energy systems. The EU has formulated energy development goals, namely raising the proportion of renewable energy in energy consump- porting the comprehensive and large- 29 states have implemented renewable tion to 20% by 2020, and 27% by 2030, scale application of various renewable energy market share policy (RPS), al- while also guiding member countries to energies for a substantial amount of lowing renewable energy companies to strengthen the development of renew- time as well. The Clean Power Plan benefit from selling renewable energy able energy by quantitative indicators. (CPP) approved in 2015 requires the certificates (REC). Denmark has proposed to have zero US electricity industry to reduce carbon China is steadily growing to be a fossil fuel use by 2050, and Germany emissions in 2030 by 32%. Other poli- major player in global renewable energy has issued a strategic new energy devel- cies the United States implemented for market. In 2015, China promised that opment plan, saying that new energy renewable energy development include by 2030, its greenhouse gas emissions will account for 60% of energy con- the federal production tax credit (PTC), would be significantly reduced, and its sumption by 2050, and 80% of electric- investment tax credit (ITC) and the proportion of non-fossil energy in pri- ity consumption. cash subsidy measure in 2009 Eco- mary energy consumption would rise to The United States has been sup- nomic Stimulus Act. In addition, about 20%. By continuously developing sup- 34 portive policies for renewable energy resources was about 50 million kW, and the cumulative such as wind power, photovoltaic energy, solar installed capacity reached 227 million kW. The power and heat utilization, China aims to contribution of solar photovoltaic energy to the maintain the largest growth rate for gloabl re- global electricity supply has topped 1%, and newable energy market. accounts for 3.5% of the EU’s total electrici- Emerging economies and developing ty consumption. The Middle East and Latin countries are also focusing on renewable energy. American markets are beginning to lead the de- With the world’s second largest population, and velopment of PV market, while more and more being a major energy consumer, India is acceler- African countries are entering this sector. ating its development of solar energy utilization, Renewable energy will provide a aiming for solar power installed capacity to new strategy for the modernization reach 100 million kilowatts, wind power in- of developing countries stalled capacity reached 150 million kilowatts, all by 2027. UAE, Saudi Arabia and other During the Paris Climate Conference traditional oil-producing countries are also in- (COP21) at the end of 2015, 196 countries creasing their emphasis on the development of and regions reached the historic Paris Agree- renewable energy. The United Arab Emirates ment, and established an important objective plans to build a city that relies entirely on re- for climate change action, aiming at limiting newable energy by 2025. Renewable energy is the temperature rise to no more than 2 degrees also an important way to address the shortage Celsius (with a strong focus on reaching only 1.5 of modern energy in Africa. degrees Celsius) per year. Participants agreed Various renewable energies begin to immediately measure peak carbon emissions, scale application and realize zero greenhouse gas emissions in the later half of this century. It is widely be- Hydropower, wind power, and solar pow- lieved that renewable energy technology is the er are presently the best alternatives for future key to low-carbon energy transformation, and energy consumption in order to reduce carbon will become a common practice in order to solve emissions, while biomass energy and geother- current economic and environmental problems. mal energy are growing as important renewable Though developed and developing coun- energy sources. tries are facing the same challenges for green According to statistics from the Renewable and low-carbon energy transformation, devel- Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century oping countries can support industrialization (REN21), in 2015 renewable energy met about and urbanization through a renewable ener- 19.2% of global energy demands (10.3% by mod- gy-based energy system, and find a sustainable ernized renewable energy and 8.9% by traditional way to promote their modernization. Energy biomass energy), and electric energy production consumption of developed countries in North from renewable energy accounted for 23.7% of America and Europe is stabilizing, and large- the world’s total power generation, with 16.6% scale power and energy constructions have been contributed by hydropower. Wind power and completed, while many coal and nuclear power solar power marked the largest growth. units are becoming obsolete, meaning renew- Wind power is fast becoming the most able energy system will quickly replace existing popular investment. In 2015, the global wind coal, nuclear and even natural gas power gener- power market grew by 63 million kW, with the ation facilities, complementing and optimizing cumulative installed capacity rising to 433 mil- existing energy system infrastructures. lion kW. Wind power accounts for more than At the same time, more and more devel- 3.2% of global electricity supplies, and 45% and oping countries are embracing an accelerated 13% of electricity consumption in Denmark and industrialization and urbanization process. Germany respectively. The ratio for the EU as Facing the challenges of environmental pol- a whole has topped 10%, making it one of the lution and climate change, they can no longer main wind power supplies. In recent years, Asia rely on coal, oil or other high-carbon fossil was steadily growing its wind power market, energy based energy transformation, and while the Latin American market also rapidly must instead strengthen the restrictions on expanded. high carbon fossil energies, and ensure energy Scale development projects for solar power security through a clean low-carbon renew- are growing around the world, making solar able energy system. power energy an industry with some of the greatest growth rate and potential. In 2015, the (Author: Associate researcher from new installed capacity of photovoltaic energy China National Renewable Energy Center)

35 The Development Status of Renewable Energy in China By Ren Dongming

W i t h e n e r g y renewable energy industry in China has of standard coal, accounting for about consumption rapidly progressed in scale, technology, equip- 11.08% of the total energy consump- increasing, China ment manufacturing and more. China tion. If the use of renewable energy for is facing challenges has also set new goals for this industry, non-commercial uses, such as solar ther- concerning energy supply stability, and introduced new policies to support mal utilization, biomass biogas, biomass catastrophicW environmental pollution these targets. moulding fuels, and geothermal, is taken caused by massive use of coal, and stress The scale of renewable energy into account, the estimation is increased from international climate change in China continues expanding to approximately 558 million tons of negotiation due to huge amounts of traditional energy from coal, or 12.58% carbon dioxide emissions. Conversely, The total installed capacity of re- of the total energy consumption. This China is facing a historical opportunity newable energy increased to 570 million rise of 1.5 percentage points from 2010 for global energy transformation, that kilowatts by the end of 2016, up from demonstrates China’s achievements for is, by following the trend of global 254 million kilowatts in 2010, account- low carbon-energy system transforma- energy transformation, and actively ing for 34.7% of the total installed tion. promoting the revolution towards capacity in China. In addition, power I. Hydropower installed capacity sustainable energy production and generation from renewable energy nearly grows, becomes the main clean energy consumption, China can develop a doubled by 2016 compared to consump- for power system. renewable energy system that is clean, tion from 2010, and contributed 25.9% In 2016, the new hydropower low in carbon emissions, and efficient. to the total electricity generation in 2016 installed capacity (including pumped Therefore, renewable energy is the (up from 18.0% in 2010). Commercial storage) in China was 12.58 million foreseeable choice for China’s energy renewable energy supplies (including kilowatts, bringing the accumulated development. generated power and bio-liquid fuels) installed capacity to 332 million kilo- After years of development, the equal an estimated 483 million tons watts, up 4.0% from t2015. Power

36 generation reached 1.18 trillion kWh, improving, and technologies relating Development goals for or approximately 368 million tons of to it are advancing. Over the past five renewable energy industry in standard coal in 2016, accounting for years, prices for battery components China 8.5% of the total energy consumption. have fallen by more than 80%, while This means that hydropower is becom- the economical efficiency of photo- China will continue to encourage ing the largest clean energy resource in voltaic power generation has been the development and utilization of China. significantly improved. Since 2013, renewable energy, and increase its pro- II. Wind power installed capaci- China has maintained the largest PV portion in total energy consumption. ty continues to increase, and technical capacity in the world. In 2016, the It is expected that renewable energy equipment capability improves. new PV installed capacity in China technology and independent innova- China is one of the world leaders was 34.24 million kilowatts, and total tion capability and equipment manu- for cumulative and yearly new wind PV installed capacity amounted to facturing level will be substantially im- power installed capacity. With years of 77.42 million kilowatt. The utilization proved, and a sound renewable energy scale development, by 2012, wind power of solar thermal has also continued, industrial system will be implemented. had become the third largest electricity with projects involving hot water By 2020, annual use of renewable energy source in China, surpassing nu- supply, solar heating, air conditioning energy will reach an equivalent of 730 clear power. By the end of 2016, the total and industrial and agricultural appli- million tons of standard coal. Various wind power installed capacity reached cations being implemented. By the renewable energy heating systems and 148 million kilowatts, with a year power end of 2016, the area of solor thermal sustainable fuel will help reduce the output of 241 billion kWh, accounting utilization reached 464 million square consumption of fossil fuels by about for 4.02% of the whole electricity con- meters, ranking China again first in 150 million tons of standard coal, while sumption. Due to fierce market compe- the world. Breakthroughs in solar the commercial utilization of renewable tition, the outdated wind power capacity thermal power generation applications energy will account for up to 580 mil- is becoming obsolete, which means were also developed, and more than lion tons of standard coal, or 12.1% of newer, cleaner technologies have needed 20 small-sized demonstrations or trial the total energy consumption. to be developed. Several manufacturers photo-thermal projects are under con- From the perspective of re- have already developed 6MW wind struction or operation. newable energy power generation, power equipment that fully meet do- IV. Biomass energy tends to di- by 2020, the total installed capacity mestic onshore and offshore wind power versification, comprehensive utiliza- of renewable energy will reach 680 development needs. tion results in significant benefits. million kilowatts, and the electricity III. As solar energy technology Agricultural and forestry waste- production comes to 1.9 trillion kWh, progresses, the market application is to—power combustion generation proj- accounting for 27% of the total output. diversified. ects are implemented in regions where Specifically, the capacity of conven- Photovoltaic cell innovations are applicable, and garbage power projects tional hydropower (including pumped are increased in conjunction with the storage) will be 380 million kilowatts, accelerated urbanization process. Cur- wind power at least 210 million kilo- rently, the biomass power generation watts, solar power approximately 110 capacity totaled 12.14 million kilo- million kilowatts, and biomass pow- watts, while the electricity production er around 15 million kilowatts. The in 2016 was 64.7 billion kWh. In the electricity production from renewable Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Region, Yangtze energy will be 1.86 trillion kWh. As River Delta and the Pearl River Delta, to renewable energy heating and fuel, biomass moulding fuel is a significant China will continue to expand solar alternative fuel to coal boilers, helping thermal utilization to 800 million reduce coal consumption in 2016 by 8 square meters, geothermal heating million tons. At the same time, the pro- (cooling) area to 1.8 billion square duction capacity of non-grain bio-eth- meters, as well as increase the con- anol (mainly using aged grain) reached sumption of biomass moulding fuels 2.1 million tons, and the production of to 30 million tons, bio-natural gas to bio-diesel out of urban waste cooking 8 billion cubic meters, and bio-liquid oil was about 800,000 tons. Bio-gas fuels to 6 million tons. applications expanded from household to large and medium-sized industrial (Author: Ren Dongming, PHD plants, supplying energy equivalent to and director of the Renewable En- 10.64 billion tons of standard coal. By ergy Development Center at the the end of 2016, the use of biomass Energy Research Institute of China energy has reduced the consumption of National Development and Reform coal by 558 million tons. Commission)

37 The “Silk Road Messenger” in China

By Chen Lu

uring mid-May, 2017, a piece said Yklassova Aiymgul, a Kazakhstani Dimarsh has introduced the art of of news of a Kazakhstani female student in China. Chinese music to us.” They are proud young boy donating 5,000 ml During her junior years in the of him and know more about Chinese blood in China for eight years Eurasian University of Kazakhstan, musicians and culture through the TV attracted public attention. The young boy Aiymgul had developed deep interests show. Din the story is named Tulenov Ruslan, towards Chinese. She then decided The music could resonate with and is a foreign graduate student in the to study a master degree of Chinese music fans of both countries and the University of Science and Technology at Zhongshan University. Aiymgul people connections need mutual trust of Beijing. He came to study in China taught Chinese at Eurasian University and assistance. under the talent exchange program for one year after graduation, but she Aiymgul introduced her homeland proposed by Kazakhstani President thought there would be a lot of room Aktobe, a city in west Kazakhstan to Nazarbayev in 2009. He is committed for improvement. So she returned to China’s Foreign Trade. The city abounds to making sustained contributions to Zhongshan University for her doctoral with oil and natural gas resources and the cooperation between China and degree. the oil industry is the backbone of Kazakhstan. There are many Kazakhstani Aiymgul was preparing for the local economy, with a lot of oil firms young students like Ruslan in China. verbal defense of her thesis paper as operating in that place. CNPC Aktobe “The bilateral relationship between part of her doctor’s degree, when we Oil and Gas Company is one of the China and Kazakhstan has undergone interviewed her. She hoped to return to largest oil companies there. It is also rapid development, with more frequent Eurasian University to teach Chinese one of the largest foreign oil project of people and cultural communications after graduation, to help more students CNPC and the star project of the “Belt going on. The Chinese language learn about China and build a bridge and Road” region. has become increasingly popular for bilateral cultural communications. Regarding the World Expo to be in Kazakhstan and Kazakhstanis’ Kazakhstani singer Dimarsh held in Astana, Kazakhstan in June, enthusiasm for studying Chinese has Kudaibergen became famous in Singer Aiymgul said that this is the first been fuelled. The demands for Chinese 2017, a Hunan reality TV show in World Expo to be held in central Asia. teachers have been increasing in the labor China. He has opened a window for Her families and friends will attend market. Now we have more channels people of both countries to understand the expo, while she will be preparing for studying Chinese and gain more and communicate with each other. for verbal defense of thesis paper. So knowledge of China, and it is becoming People in Kazakhstan think that it is a great pity that she could not be increasingly important in our studies.” “Chinese music is full of charm and there. She heard that the Expo will last for about 3 months and Astana will embrace millions of foreign tourists and she hoped the Expo will make fresh contributions to the local tourism industry. The year 2017 is the Year of Chinese Tourism, and Aiymgul hoped her Chinese friends could take this opportunity to visit Kazakhstan. She specially recommended Charyn Canyon, Shymbulak skating road, Kaiyndy Lake and Turkistan City. Although Kazakhstan is thousands of miles away from China, these messengers of Silk Road have conveyed culture and love to help people of two counties bond together.

38 ENTERPRISE PART

Zhejiang Energy Group to Exhibit Chinese Clean Energy Solution with “Ultra-low Emission Technology” at the 2017 Astana Expo

By Wang Lili

his year’s World Expo will enable audience to clearly know how the Road” initiative through deepening be held in Astana, the cap- ultra-low emission technology help the cooperation with Kazakhstan and other ital of Kazakhstan, from chimney to realize smoke-free emission. countries along the “Belt and Road”. “On June to September, with the During the year 2004 to 2006, the one hand, the Group will exhibit aim of presenting solutions to tough, the previous Zhejiang provincial party achievements of clean energy utiliza- globalT energy issues. The Zhejiang En- secretary Xi Jinping paid close attention tion, and on the other hand it will set ergy Group has successfully explored a to the development of Zhejiang Energy an example for other countries in terms new development approach with clean Group and encouraged the Group to of secure energy supply and sustainable coal and as one of the official partners pursue a clean and sustainable devel- energy development,” said Dong. of China’s Pavilion at the Expo, the opment approach after paying six field It is learned that the Zhejiang Group will exhibit China’s solution for investigation & research visit to the Energy Group will take the Expo as future energy. Group. With Chinese President Xi’s an opportunity to explore investment To realize clean energy request and the development philosophy opportunities in Kazakhstan and other utilization of environment protection, the Group Central Asian countries and to seek takes the responsibility to greatly engage business partners. So far, the Group has It is learned that the Zhejiang En- in energy conservation and emission obtained one or two intention new energy Group will focus on exhibiting coal reduction by seeking a balance between ergy projects, which are in still the stage “ultra-low emission green technology” energy security and environment pro- of desk research and economic feasibili- during the Expo. The Group will build tection via technological innovation. ty studies. a model booth in the China Pavilion to President of Zhejiang Energy To go global vie the “Belt and show the mysterious process of ultra-low Group Dong Yahui said that the Group Road” initiative emission technology by the combined hopes to, through virtue of the expo “virtual + reality” approach, which will platform, implement the “Belt and The “Belt and Road” initiative is

39 proactively pushing forward and China has s a private company newly enlisted into the turned into a capital exporting nation from a Fortune 500, CEFC China Energy marks its capital importing nation, and into the “world global presence on the map, which is exactly market” from “world factory”. the roadmap for the Chinese companies to Zhejiang Energy Group is also sup- go global along the “Belt and Road”. As one of the offi- posed to adapt to the international develop- cialA partners of the China Pavilion at the Expo, CEFC ment trend and to make full use of the devel- China Energy is showing the world Chinese companies’ opment opportunities. image. The Group has proposed a new de- President of CEFC China Energy Chen Qiutu velopment philosophy integrating energy, introduced in a recent, exclusive interview with China’s finance, technology and overseas business Foreign Trade that during the Expo, CEFC China Ener- and it has officially initiated a new round gy will exhibit three advanced technologies in the green of reforms for innovation development and new energy domain: megawatt wind turbine composite management mechanism. Starting business blade technology, anti-haze desulfurization technology overseas by increasing investments in the with its own R&D and new technology to recycling overseas market is a strategy for the group sludge. In addition, CEFC China Energy will also orga- to make full use of global resources for en- nize “Astana·CEFC China Energy” cultural exchange hancing corporate scale and capability and dinner and participate in such activities as “Shanghai exploring development opportunities; it is Week” in the China Pavilion. also an important means for the Group to As a matter of fact, over the years CEFC China start a second undertaking and optimize Energy has been implementing a globalization strategy industrial structure. with a global presence of investment landscape. “In the According to Dong Yahui, Zhejiang process of ‘going global’, one important feature of CEFC Energy Group treats the overseas opportu- China Energy is that we not only cooperate with a sin- nities from four dimensions: firstly, countries gle company or engage in a single project. What’s more along the “Belt and Road” have backward infrastructure and demands for infrastructure construction are becoming greater in these countries; secondly, some developed countries also have demands for newly building or replacing the old energy infrastructure; thirdly, there lies opportunities to control overseas energy resources, such as Australia’s coal and petroleum in Canada and Middle East; fourthly, overseas M&A opportunities is an optimal choice for Chinese companies to “go global”. As a major force for energy supply in Zhejiang Province, the Zhejiang Energy Group has engaged in the energy sector for years such as electricity, natural gas and coal, and the Group has cultivated a force with competent business capabilities and superior management expertise. “The Group hopes to obtain investment projects and opportunities from the countries along the ‘Belt and Road’ and to make better use of the historical occasion of domestic economic restructuring in a bid to enhance competitiveness; Meanwhile, by exploring into the overseas market, the Group aims to create a new industrial structure, expand industrial scale and obtain advanced technologies and management expertise, which will help the Group turn into a multinational corporation capable of integrating global resources,” Dong Yahui said.

40 CEFC China Energy to Light up the China Pavilion with Green Energy Technology

By Wang Lili important is to realize strategic deployment Pivovary Lobkowicz Brewery and bought into of the industrial chain or the value chain and the Slavia Prague Soccer Club to help the to focus on resource integration, which con- traditional strong team yet to-be-downgraded siderably strengthens industrial synergy and club back to its peak. Nowadays, the local peo- corporate profitability,” said Chen Qiutu, “Be- ple highly recognize China’s national image sides, CEFC China Energy also attaches great and the Chinese companies’ image.” importance to win-win cooperation. Only in According to Chen, the global finan- this way, cooperation can be deepened contin- cial crisis has lowered the oil price, which is uously to achieve sustainable development.” exactly the best timing for investing in the With this development philosophy, upstream oil and gas resources. In addition, CEFC China Energy keeps integrating into potential exists for tapping into many quality the local society when expanding global pres- overseas resources. Countries along the “Belt ence. Chen took the Group’s investment in and Road” are highly complementary with Czech Republic as an example, “Soccer and the China and these countries urgently need beer gains the greatest popularity among the China’s support for further stimulating their local people, so we acquired the local oldest potential. Chen disclosed that CEFC China Ener- gy has become one of the Chinese companies with the biggest investment and influential in Central and Eastern Europe. Based on its successful experiences in carrying out economic and trade cooperation in Czech Republic and Georgia as well as its integration of global quality resources, CEFC China Energy will promote the “Belt and Road” cooperation model to more countries and further expand into Europe, Central Asia and the Middle East. When talking about how to corporate development coordinates with national strategy, Chen stressed: “In order to gain development, companies should first of all adapt to the macro trend and then it may establish its own business. The current macro trend is the ‘Belt and Road’ initiative proactively advocated by the State. Understanding the elemental variance of responsibility division and collaboration in the international market in the course of promoting international investment cooperation, CEFC China Energy has fully accumulated capabilities to integrate international and domestic resources and has cultivated a batch of excellent talents with global vision. Closely following the ‘Belt and Road’ initiative, we will play the role of bridge & investment bank and will break cultural and regional differences in a bid to integrate global resources and connect the domestic market with the international market.”

41 Foton to Build “Made in China” New Image by Astana Expo 2017

By Wang Shiyu

n June 10, the Astana Expo is committed to building world-level development has slowed down in Ka- will officially open and Chinese commercial vehicle brand zakhstan over the past few years, the with the biggest exhibition and this positioning conforms to our nation possesses favorable geographical area China’s Pavilion will development demand and objective. location, rich energy and mineral re- theme around “Future Energy, Green From the perspective of brand phi- sources as well as tremendous potential SilkO Road” to deliver China’s practices losophy, Foton is working on devel- opportunities for infrastructure con- and reflection about developing new oping new technology and energy struction. For the Chinese companies to energy. Foton Motor Group, which conservation & environment protec- “go global”, Kazakhstan is an important is dedicated to pursuing green manu- tion in recent years, which is highly overseas market and the Chinese com- facturing, has also participated in this consistent with the Expo theme panies will embrace great opportunities year’s expo. “Future Energy, Green Silk Road”. in future. In an exclusive interview with This helps Foton to seek a good entry “So far, Foton invested much in China’s Foreign Trade, Wan Xujun, dep- point at the platform established by Kazakhstan, but we have carried out uty general manager of the Overseas the Expo,” said Wan. in-depth business cooperation with Business Division under Foton Motor Explore the Kazakhstan the local partners. I think Kazakhstan Group, introduced that the AUV pas- market and seek new promises great development potential. senger car, Toano commercial vehicle opportunities together with In future, Foton will intensify efforts to and Sauvana SUV provided by Foton local business partners invest in and explore into the local mar- Motor for this year’s Expo pavilion are ket, and it will provide quality products Foton’s masterpieces in terms of green The host country of this year’s for the local users and seek new oppor- manufacturing. Expo Kazakhstan is a significant link tunities together with local business “World exposition is an import- along the “Belt and Road” and it is also partners.” ant international platform with great an important target country for China’s Meanwhile, Wan added that the influence side by side with the Olym- international production cooperation. unstable exchange rate in Kazakhstan pic Games. In the meantime, Foton Wan regards that although economic during the recent years has posed some impact to the Chinese companies in Kazakhstan. Therefore, the Chinese companies have to be cautious to the exchange rate risk when making investments in Kazakhstan. Foton will make full use the “Belt and Road” platform to build Chinese brands As a commercial vehicle manufacturer in China, Foton pays attention to the implementation of the national “Belt and Road” initiative and it is also the pioneer of the “Belt and Road” initiative. Wan said that with the implementation of the national “Belt and Road” initiative, Foton adapts to the “Belt and Road” development, integrates green manufacturing technologies into manufacturing and keeps upgrading new energy technologies. From Pakistan in Asia to Georgia

42 in Europe, and from Sierra Le- Gujing Boosts Brand one in West Africa to Mozam- Internationalization bique in East Africa, Foton is expanding its global presence along through Four-Time Participation in the the “Belt and Road”. Statistics shows that among the countries World Expo along the “Belt and Road”, Foton has completed 22 big projects and the motor group focuses on By Wang Shiyu the African and Southeast Asian markets, covering 15 countries and regions. “On the one hand, with the mong the partners of the Economic Belt”. extensive implementation of the Astana Expo 2017, Anhui Kazakhstan is one of China’s ‘Belt and Road’ projects, many Gujing Group is the only friendly neighbors and comprehensive projects have greater demands Chinese liquor company, strategic partners. With the implementa- for facilities and vehicles, which about to embark on its fourth trip to the tion of “Silk Road Economic Belt”, Chi- increases Foton’s motor sales; on WorldA Expo. The brand is approved by na-Kazakhstan cooperation will usher the other hand, participation in the Organizing Committee of the China in historical opportunities. Liang Jinhui the construction of the ‘Belt and Pavilion for the Astana Expo 2017, and said: “China and Kazakhstan continue Road’ projects has laid a founda- August 29 will be the corporate day for to deepen mutually beneficial cooperation for Foton to nudge into the Gujing Group. tion. For example, energy resources from local market,” said Wan. “Chinese liquor is a featured prod- Kazakhstan contribute to the economic Wan said, “The ‘Belt and uct of China that plays an important development in China, while those Chi- Road’ initiative has provid- role in Chinese traditional and modern nese-funded enterprises bring capital, ed abundant opportunities for culture. It is the responsibility and duty technology and services to Kazakhstan. Chinese companies, and these for Chinese liquor enterprises to bring up The alignment of ‘Belt and Road’ initia- companies are supposed to make a brand image matching with its glory.” tive and the ‘Bright Road’ new economic full use of the platform to ex- Before Astana Expo 2017 being open to policy will boost the economic and trade port products that may represent the visitors, China Foreign Trade had an cooperation between the two countries, China’s quality best. In this way, interview with Liang Jinhui, chairman promoting the common prosperity. In cooperation will be win-win and of Anhui Gujing Group, who shared hope of taking this chance, we are will- the image of ‘made in China’ the experiences and feelings about the ing to strengthen the technical and cul- will be enhanced,” Wan told an internationalization of Chinese national tural communication with Kazakhstan example to China’s Foreign Trade, brands and the participation in “Belt and enterprises, while improve the awareness “Foton has so far set up plants Road” construction. of Chinese national brands among local in Thailand hiring over 100 lo- The theme of the China Pavilion for people.” cal workers, which earns a good the Astana Expo 2017 is “Future Energy, Kazakhstan is an important node reputation for Foton in the local Green Silk Road”, which agrees with the for the “Silk Road Economic Belt”, and society and which perfectly inte- business concept of Gujing Group, in the Astana Expo 2017 is expected to pro- grates with the local productivity. Liang Jinhui’s opinion. “Kazakhstan is vide a platform to promote international At the ‘Belt and Road’ platform, an important part of the Silk Road Eco- cooperation on the “Belt and Road” the Chinese companies become nomic Belt. As one of the representative initiative, and also a chance to align “Belt more determined and confident to Chinese national enterprises, Gujing and Road” initiative and Kazakhstan’s ‘going global’.” Group is committed to integrating the “Bright Road” new economic policy. Li- At the same time, Wan concept of ‘smart manufacturing, green ang Jinhui also believes that the Astana said that the Chinese companies brewing’ into the production process of Expo 2017 will be a window for China to confront cultural, economic and Guijinggong Liquor, which happens to propagate its national image and improve political barriers in the course coincide with the theme of China Pavil- soft power to the world, in order to win of “go global”. Moreover, at ion,” said Liang Jinhui. trust from partners, thereby strengthen- the current stage, the Chinese Liang Jinhui said, through the As- ing the understanding of and internation- finance sector offers limited tana Expo 2017, Gujing Group planned al cooperation on the “Belt and Road” support for “made in China” to to start from Kazakhstan, along the initiative. Specifically, the Astana Expo “go global” and Wan hopes the route for the “Belt and Road” initiative, 2017 will promote cooperation between Chinese finance institutions in to promote the international influence China and neighboring countries, in- the overseas market will lend of Chinese enterprises in Central Asia, teresting Central Asia, Russia, Eastern more support to China’s manu- especially in Kazakhstan, by participat- Europe and other countries and regions facturing companies. ing in the construction of the “Silk Road along the ancient Silk Road.

43 s an indispensable business card of AVIC Brings Guohua Laser “made in China”, China’s photovoltaic industry has become one of the Projector to the Astana important industries for the “Belt and Road” initiative. The exclusive interview Expo 2017 Awith China’s Foreign Trade before the opening of Astana Expo 2017 reflects that several companies under Golden Concord Group Limited By Liu Xinwei (GCL Group) are planning to enter into the “Belt and Road” countries, which has become a key investment domain for GCL Group. Photovoltaic companies are encouraged to jointly “go global” he Astana Expo 2017 is about to open. Shang- hai Aviation Electric Co., Ltd under Aviation “So far, we have developed a scheme in Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) is one relation to the ‘Belt and Road’. We have started of the gold sponsors for China Pavilion. General to enter into the markets of the Philippines, Manager Pu Yi said during an interview with China Foreign Thailand, Vietnam and India, and we are pro- TTrade, the installation of Guohua projectors in China Pavil- actively pushing forward the plan to nudge into ion would help establish a Chinese national brand of military Uzbekistan, Ukraine and Russia, too.” said Li quality and independent intellectual property, breaking the Andong, deputy general manager of the New monopoly by foreign brands and embodying the brand image Energy Strategy & Investment Division under of green energy conservation and environmental protection. the GCL Group. According to Pu Yi, AVIC will bring its full range President of the GCL Group Zhu Gong- of Guohua laser projection products to Astana Expo 2017 shan is quite optimistic about the state “Belt and themed “Future Energy”, including three series of military, Road” initiative and Zhu calls on the Chinese commerce and home. Guohua lazer projectors are of impor- new energy companies to join hands for going tance to AVIC Shanghai Aviation Electric. global and to form an “China synergy” in a bid “As we all know, the World Expo is one of the largest to make efforts for the “Belt and Road” eco- exhibitions in the world, an important international event nomic construction. that exhibits the achievements in social, economic, cultural According to Zhu, the “Belt and Road” and technological fields, and also a window for the world to initiative brings preferential policies and stim- know China,” Pu Yi said, “The story of Maotai in Panama ulate the new energy demands in the “Belt and World Expo is still encouraging, and Shanghai Expo 2010 Road” countries. “Since the ‘Belt and Road’ surprised the world surprised with ‘China Strength’. The laz- initiative was proposed, on the one hand we er projectors of ‘national brand and military quality’ by AVIC purposefully invest into the countries along the needs a stage to demonstrate the products, brands and quality ‘Belt and Road’, and on the other hand South- to the world. This is the first time for China Pavilion to adopt east Asia and Mid-East Europe exactly have laser projectors of a China national brand, namely Guohua high demands for new energy, which provides series.” excellent opportunities for starting business The Silk Road used to be an important way for China abroad and exploring into the overseas mar- to export featured products and advanced technology to the kets,” Zhu added. world, and so is Astana Expo 2017, through which China Zhu regards that investments in infra- can exhibit the new national image, the latest scientific and structure will provide more opportunities for technological achievements, and excellent national brands. “It overseas investments and will optimize the local agrees with our intention of developing a leading laser projec- investment environment. For instance, Thailand tor brand and showing the world the new laser display tech- offers some tax subsidies and the Philippines nology. Therefore, we will cooperate with China Pavilion, also have preferential tax policies. Besides, many to secure the best projection display effect, and introduce the countries provide preferential land policies and technical strength and excellent laser projectors of Guohua even offer free land. As for Pakistan that inves- Series,” Pu Yi said. tors are hesitate to enter into in the past years, This is the first time for a Central Asian country to host as the Sino-Pakistan economic corridor opens, the World Expo. The Central Asia was along the ancient Silk GCL group is confident about making invest- Road, and is an integral part of “Silk Road Economic Belt”. ment in Pakistan. “Attending and sponsoring China Pavilion for Astana Expo According to Zhu, the “Belt and Road” 2017 is not only the response to China’s “Belt and Road” ini- initiative not only points out the direction for tiative, but also a key step to establish an international brand investments, but also connects the emerging of laser projectors.” Pu Yi said. markets. Some countries not along the “Belt and

44 The GCL Group Makes Full Use of the “Belt and Road” Platform to Expand Global New Energy Presence

By Liu Xinwei

Road” are quite eager to join in the blue- demands, the Chinese companies have to problems like inadequate knowledge print, which provides more opportunities prudently screen opportunities based on about the overseas investment envi- for China’s photovoltaic companies. their own demands when “going global” ronment, improper preparation as well Photovoltaic companies are for investment. as incomplete and unsystematic risk suggested to be prudent for Zhu Gongshan said that apart from prevention measures,” expert from the entering the overseas market the above-listed challenges, in the course photovoltaic industry Zhao Yuwen told of globalization, the Chinese photovoltaic China’s Foreign Trade. Li Andong introduced that “Belt companies also have to confront finance In spite of a series of challenges, and Road” stimulates photovoltaic de- difficulties in the overseas market. we may have some countermeasures. mands in the countries along the “Belt “As most domestic banks classify According to Zhao, credit support is and Road” and connects the hot coun- photovoltaic loans into the restricted area supposed to be increased for the pho- tries with photovoltaic demands, which and subsidies are decreasing due to the an- tovoltaic industry to invest abroad brings opportunities for the Chinese ti-dumping & countervailing duties policy and if necessary government finance photovoltaic companies. However, dif- from Europe and America, confidence is may provide guarantee to establish a ficulties such as incomplete industrial lack for future development of the photo- state-level comprehensive investment chain, corporate finance and cultural voltaic industry and concerns exist for the & finance service platform for “go difference exist for nudging into the overseas photovoltaic projects. Moreover, global”. In the meantime, the photo- overseas market. the photovoltaic companies have decentral- voltaic companies should join hands According to Hu Huiming, vice ized overseas investments, and co-move- for carrying out overseas investments president of GCL System Integration ment and synergy do not exist in the pho- by encouraging both the upstream Technology, as countries vary in terms tovoltaic industry and among the upstream, and downstream companies to joint- of economic development environment, midstream and downstream companies. ly “going global”, which may help to political framework and investment Blind investment may occur due to such strengthen anti-risk capabilities.

45 Jingyuan Gradually Expands Overseas Market

By Zhao Ailing

uture Energy, Green Silk Road” is the theme of the China Pavilion for the Astana Expo 2017, reflecting that environmental protection will be the focus of the China Pavilion. Shanghai Jingyuan Environmental Protection“F Equipment Co., Ltd. (Shanghai Jingyuan) is a designated supplier for the China Pavilion for the Astana Expo 2017. General manager Bai Renjian said during an interview with China Foreign Trade, environmental protection now has become a global hotspot, and Astana Expo 2017 is themed as the “Future Energy”, to 4DAge — Building an reveal one of the important factor for environment deg- radation — the overuse of fossil energy, while demon- “Ever Open” China strate the effectiveness of “Future Energy” in reducing the use of fossil fuels and improving air quality. Pavilion for the Astana Bai Renjian said, the installation of Diyuan air purifiers in the China Pavilion embodies the theme Expo 2017 of the Astana Expo 2017, since “they are indoor air treatment technology and product examples. And we are looking forward to in-depth communication with By Wang Lili other countries and regions that face air pollution problems, to promote individual respiratory health.” As to the development of environmental protection industry, Bai Renjian estimated that there may be a more segmented market in the future, and the potential for indoor market is great. he virtual reality (VR) and augmented According to the “Guideline on Emerging Sec- reality (AR) technology that used to be tors of Strategic Importance during the 13th Five- far from people is now coming into our Year Plan” by the State Council, the governments will lives thanks to the quick development of boost the development advanced environmental pro- VR and AR technology in recent years. tection industry, and try to realize an output value of TAmong these technology suppliers for the more than RMB 2 trillion by 2020, while attract more China Pavilion at the Astana Expo 2017, we meet social capital to environmental protection market. a very young team, Four Dimension Age Network It is learned that now Shanghai Jingyuan is ex- Technology Co., Ltd. (4DAge). panding overseas market and promoting the technol- As a new company founded in 2014, what ogy upgrade. Bai Renjian said, the overseas expansion special can it bring to China Pavilion? for Diyuan air purifiers have begun, and prototype The founder and general manager of 4DAge, products have entered the U.S., Japan, South Korea, Cui Yan, said, to be the designated virtual real- Malaysia, Singapore and so on through local partners. ity technology provider for China Pavilion, “Is a “The company now is developing air virtual reality, great honor, and we are aiming at demonstrating a which can support customers choose New Zealand air brighter future.” As to the original intention of par- mode by one touch, and breathe like in New Zealand, ticipating in Astana Expo 2017, he said: “Through by reading air parameters in New Zealand in real time three-dimensional digital technical means, and and reproducing it indoor,” he added. by integrating culture, science & technology and

46 innovation from China, we will help communicate Chinese history and Nali Clothing: Add Fashion to culture, and exhibit the strength and innovative ability of China in cutting China Pavilion Clothing edge science and technology, while provide people who can not come to the site with chances to take a visit to By Liu Guomin China service for the China Pavilion through global leading virtual reality technology. People can visit the China e will provide series clothes for working staff and Pavilion on their own mobile phones, volunteers of the China Pavilion and hold global tablet or PC. In addition, the appli- media conference and brand promotion day.” said cation of encryption and compression responsible person of Zhejiang Nali Clothing Co., technology can secure a smooth and ltd, the designated garment supplier to the China Pavilion of the Expo immersive experience under 3G net- 2017 Astana. work, with a lower data traffic require- “W Having clothing brands of Badina and Colove, Zhejiang Nali pays ment and high definition. attention to promote its brands overseas and also introduce international According to Cui Yan, 4DAge brands. For example, the Colove is introduced from the Milan, Italy, the now is developing the first automatic city of fashion. It conveyed the life attitudes of “music, sharing and par- high-precision three-dimensional dig- tying” and life spirits of “independence, self-love and sharing”. According ital modeling and display platform in to responsible person of Zhejiang Nali Clothing, this modern fashion China, namely 4DWeb, which is a 3D concept could inspire Chinese consumers and that is why Nali Clothing scene platform that shares virtual data introduced the brand into China. around the world by Internet. “This It is not easy to localize the international brands. The responsible may be another ‘pioneer’ product, and person of Zhejiang Nali told our reporter that they will put efforts into it will be unveiled at this World Expo. two aspects to combine international fashion with domestic market We are targeting at building the best demands: the first is to work with strong and professional research group in China, and even the world online of the world to accurately grasp the most trendy fashion and improve the 3D display platform,” he said. brands through international perspectives; the second is to establish nearly Most members of the 4DAge 1,000 sales stores in major cities to meet fashion demands of Chinese founding team used to study in Europe. consumers. When came back a few years ago, they “The year 2018 will be the 20th anniversary of the creation of were disappointed to find that although Badina brand. We will work with international pop stars, modern art- the 3D printing market in China was ists and fashion KOL to promote cross-sector models of international booming in recent years, there was brands. We will also work with top 4 international fashion week, to pro- few companies involving in upstream mote Chinese fashion brands and culture.” the responsible person said three-dimensional digital modeling. when talking about the next-phase play of Zhejiang Lina Clothing. Zheng Kuan said frankly, it may The responsible person of Zhejiang Lina Clothing provided three be not so wise to choose an uncertain suggestions for Chinese brands to go overseas: the firstis to transform entrepreneurial road, if you have a from “made in China” to “smart production in China” and “innovation in “perfect” life. She said: “Even far away China”; the second is that Chinese culture is gaining more and more pop- in Germany, I can be motivated by the ularity in the world and it is important to play to the strength of Chinese strong innovative and entrepreneurial culture and raise the core competitiveness of “Chinese brands”; the third is spirits in China. We are lucky. Though to work with international famous brands to create new brands. we are lack of funds, talents and market, and operating a new business is difficult and complex, we never lose confidence.” Nowadays, virtual reality has quietly come into every aspects of social life. VR and AR may be the future for Internet technology, and China will be the Asian center for high-tech industries. “Now that the governments vigorously support the development of high-tech enterprises, I firmly believe that China will become a leader in AR / VR.” Zheng Kuan said.

47 Qingdao Kute: Establish a Smart Production Chain

By Liu Guomin

e take pride in being the desig- and after-sales services could be finished on the internet nated garment supplier for the through digitization. “Our factory will not start produc- China Pavilion of the Expo tion until the customers place orders. So we don’t have 2017. We will provide the liquidity issue in terms of capital and inventory. The cost quality and tailored services as always and showcase of tailored productions has 10% higher than normal the“W charm of working staff of the China Pavilion.” mass production, but the profits will double,” said work- said the personnel of brand center of Qingdao Kute ing staff of brand center of Qingdao Kute. Smart Co., Ltd., which has become the designat- “Now the Kute Smart is not only a garment pro- ed garment supplier for the China Pavilion of the duction company and it has a comprehensive approach Expo 2017. and model to transform traditional manufacturing The focus on smart, flexible and personalized pro- through big data and smart production.” The starter duction has become the main reason for Qingdao Kute of Qingdao Kute Zhang Daili said that the smart to become the cooperation partner of China Pavilion transformation of traditional factories is a large niche of Expo 2017 Astana. The company’s C2M (Custom- market. Qingdao Kute has incorporated scale pro- er-to-Manufactory) model has become the study case duction and tailored services into solutions that could for other companies and research institutions. also apply to other industries. It is said that Qingdao Consumers could get access to Kute’s website Kute has signed contracts with about 100 companies through computer and mobile app, to select the style, in jeans product, hat, show, furniture, making and design and raw materials of the product, place orders electrical product industries, for enterprise upgrading and settle the payment online. So the product order, and transformations. After three months of work, the transaction, payment, design, manufacturing, logistics enterprise efficiency picked up 30% and the costs re-

48 Purple Sand Teapot Shows up Again at the World Expo

By Liu Guomin

e are willing to contribute to the international cultural communication through the purple sand teapot featured as a national gift by participating the World Expo, or in other forms,” said Ke Junfeng, deputy director of Yixing Purple Sand Art Research Center in Jiangxi Province“W of China. He also expressed his excitement at his participation in the Astana World Expo. The center is the designated gift supplier for the China Pavilion this time. It was more than a century ago when the purple sand teapot was first known through the World Expo. “At the 1915 Panama Pacific International Exposition, the Duoqiuhu (in a shape of triple stacked balls) by Chinese pot-making craftsman Cheng Shou-Zhen won a golden award. It was the World Expo that helped China established fame in ceramic culture,” Ke Junfeng said proudly. As Ke pointed out, the purple sand teapots are artworks, and an duced by 20%. important carrier of tea culture, since along the ancient Silk Road, not only Now some Southeast Asian enter- silk and china were transported, but also tea and tea sets like purple sand prises are coming to learn and introduce teapots. the smart production model of Qingdao The design of purple sand teapots is a challenge, as it is a Kute. Qingdao Kute said that the com- comprehensive art requiring expertise in sculpture and decorative design, pany is building an international busi- but also in-depth understanding of traditional Chinese calligraphy, ness group to establish direct contacts painting and poetry. The founder of Yixing Purple Sand Art Research with end customers, to avoid business Center, Wang Chengqiong, managed to merge different art forms of intermediaries. After years of transfor- calligraphy, painting, seal cutting, poetry, sculpture, modern pottery and so mation and upgrading, Qingdao Kute’s on into his creation of purple sand works, and was very successful. In 2005, smart production capacity could meet his teapot art works were presented as national gifts to the state leaders tailored demands of the European and attending the 11th ASEAN summit. In 2014, the five teapots created U.S. Markets. The OEM model with especially for the state leaders (of China, the U.S., Russia, Austrialia and low added value has been replaced and South Korea) for APEC China 2014 by Wang Chengqiong and his wife the company’s product structure keeps Fan Guoying were spoken of highly. In 2016, the teapot designed by Wang improving with higher added value Chengqiong was selected as the dedicated teapot for leaders at the G20 products. Take Q1, 2016 for example, Hangzhou summit. the revenue coming from OEM busi- Ke believes that China should have a cultural influence with powerful ness has reduced to zero and the compa- cultural carriers, since the United States can export their culture by movies ny only produced tailored products. The and Japan by anime. corporate profits have risen markedly. The Chinese traditional arts and crafts may not catch as quickly in Qingdao Kute has received various the fast moving, contemporary world, so he suggests exporting Chinese customers from the U.S., Germany, crafts as luxuries, in order to win recognition among VIPs and to establish Australia, Japan, S. Korea, Thailand, a brand, helping promote influence in local markets. “At the same time, we Taiwan and Hong Kong. “Besides those should provide more personalized and customized options, and integrate mature markets of the U.S., Canada, the intelligent elements, transforming purple sand teapot a cultural symbol and U.K., Germany and France, Qingdao carrier besides the functions.” Kute is striving to enter more overseas Ke said that the research center is now seeking to cooperate with countries and regions,” said working staff Huawei, intending to open teahouses around Huawei offices across the of the brand center of Qingdao Kute. world together.

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“Belt and Road” Forum for International Cooperation Draws the World’s Attention

By Lily Wang

he “Belt and Road” Forum for International Cooperation (BRF) is China’s most important diplomatic event in the year of 2017, putting the world’s attention on the organizer, China. Important speeches at the National Convention Center, a welcome banquet at Great Hall of the People, a splendid performance at National Center for the Performing Arts, decisions made at Yanqi Lake, achievements released at the press conferences ... Chinese President Xi Jinping’s keynote speeches at various occasions in several Tconsecutive days and wonderful statements from participants, all of these have drawn keen interest across the world and have established a hope bridge for connectivity and win-win cooperation among various countries. In particular, at the roundtable summit all the parties concerned achieved several consensuses and passed the joint communiqué for pushing forward globalization. In addition, more than 270 achievements were made at the Forum. Participants and experts attending the Forum said that the fruitful results yielded have provided strong support for the “Belt and Road” construction. As the results are put into implementation, the “Belt and Road” is entering into a new phase and has initiated a new era for the economic cooperation.

51 The “Belt and Road” initiative inclusive cooperation platform and a President Xi Jinping hopes originated from China, but it global public product jointly built by all all the parties will build consensus belongs to the whole world parties. Focusing on Eurasia, the “Belt to seek a direction and work out a and Road” initiative opens to all like- blueprint for the “Belt and Road” As early as 2013, Chinese President minded parties and excludes no single international cooperation. Xi Jinping put forward the “Belt party. “Yanqi Lake is a place with and Road” initiative with the core President Xi Jinping pointed out a long history. China’s Great Wall content to promote infrastructure that China is sponsoring the Forum relics lies in the mountains outside construction and connectivity, is to discuss cooperation strategy, and this location may inspire communicate and coordinate policies establish cooperation platform and thoughts and initiate the cooperation and development strategies among share cooperation achievements in journey. Many people think that the various countries, deepen practical a bid to enable the “Belt and Road” ‘Belt and Road’ is just like a pair of cooperation, promote interconnection construction to benefit all the people. soaring wings. With Yanqi Lake and move towards prosperity. Xi anticipates that the Forum will as a new starting point, Let’s fly to At the roundtable summit held on yield achievements in terms of the the blue sky and f ly to the future May 15, President Xi Jinping explicitly following aspects: “Firstly, to promote with peace, development and win- expounded the purpose of the “Belt and mutual and win-win cooperation win cooperation,” said President Xi Road” initiative. Xi said, “This initiative and define the cooperation direction. Jinping. originated from my observation and The key for wild goose to survive Global politicians and reflection on the world situation. As storms lies in mutual support. This businessmen all thumb up for nowadays countries have to depend reveals an in-depth philosophy the Belt and Road on each other and global challenges for us to cope with challenges and “ ” arise one after another, no one country realize better development. With The “Belt and Road” initiative is is able to manage alone or solve the partnership spirit, we are supposed the most innovative public product in problems confronting the world. Only to firmly uphold the principles of the world, widely drawing resonance coordinating policies among countries negotiation, co-building and sharing among participants. Speaking of this, and integrating economic factors and and to strive for the objective of secretary-general of the International development resources across the world policy communication, facility Monetary Fund Lagarde quoted an will create a synergy to achieve world connection, trade openness, easy old Chinese saying “one chopstick peace and mutual development. ” finance and common understanding can be easily broken off, but a bundle President Xi Jinping stressed among people. Secondly, to pay close of chopsticks may stick together”. that the “Belt and Road” initiative is attention to policy coordination and “Through collaboration, we have rooted in the history, but it faces to communicate development strategies the chance to strengthen financial the future; the initiative might have so as to create a synergy. Thirly, to connectivity and build countries and originated in China, but in reality it deepen practical cooperation based regions like Asia into a prosperous belongs to the entire world. on projects in terms of infrastructure economy.” According to President Xi Jinping, facility connection, real economy According to Roberto Azevêdo, crossing different regions, different cooperation, trade and investment secretary-general of the World stages and different civilizations, liberalization and facilitation as well Trade Organization, “connectivity” the “Belt and Road” is an open and as financing cooperation. is first of all physical connectivity. “By the year 2030, developing infrastructure needs USD 26 trillion and that is why the ‘Belt and Road’ is so important and arises just at the right time,” Roberto regards that a proper supervision environment is also needed to promote trade so as to support connectivity. Ssaeed, Minister of the Economic Development Ministry of the Maldives said that so far the “Belt and Road” initiative has made remarkable progress and particularly president Xi Jinping has made very constructive speeches at the summit, offering many concrete suggestions for future development. Ssaeed expects to take this summit as a good opportunity to

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further deepen cooperation in such and Road’ in the upcoming five sectors like trade and expects that the years”, “since the year of 2018, China bilateral relation will have a brighter will hold China International Import future. Expo” and “China will sign economic Roger·Joseph·Khouri, an official and trade cooperation agreements of the Republic of Lebanon disclosed with over 30 countries and cooperate that the country will sign a series of with the countries along the ‘Belt and cooperation agreements with China in Road’ for 100 trade and investment domains like culture and trade. Under projects”. the “Belt and Road” framework, During the Forum, the Ministry Khouri believes that there will be of Commerce released Cooperation increasingly more opportunities for Initiative on Promoting the “Belt and bilateral cooperation. It is introduced Road” Trade Facilitation (hereinafter that many Chinese companies have referred to as Trade Facilitation settled in Lebanon. “As Lebanon is Cooperation Initiative) jointly a small country with less advanced with the relevant departments and manufacturing sector than China, international organizations from Lebanon has imported many products over 60 countries attending the BRF, from China, including machinery, declaring the common ground to textile and glass products,” said the international community for Khouri. supporting economic globalization. Vice President Bo•Bendtsen fundamentally why the ‘Belt and In addition, in terms of of COWI from Denmark said that Road’ initiative has earned the whole communicating policies and development the Chinese President Xi Jinping world’s recognition and why so many strategies, promoting economic corridor delivered a quite inspiring speech at countries may sit together,” Mr. Ma construction, strengthening major the opening ceremony with definite is looking forward to the digital silk project cooperation and increasing policy direction. Bendtsen himself road, “as an Internet company and as capital support, many new measures places emphasis on the capital raising a pioneer for cloud computing and big have been proposed, including issue for infrastructure construction data, Alibaba cannot stand indifferent.” increasing RMB 100 billion to the Silk and production construction. In the Economic and trade Road Fund and encouraging financial course of pushing forward the “Belt cooperation ushers in a new era institutions to carry out Chinese and Road” projects, he hopes that yuan overseas fund business with an the Chinese economy may confront During the summit forum, a expected scale of RMB 300 billion. competition in the international series of companies have signed big China Development Bank and Export- market with a more open attitude. contracts. Apart from the companies Import Bank will provide special loans Chinese companies play a run by the central government, many of RMB 250 billion and RMB 130 crucial role in the implementation local companies, private companies billion respectively for the “Belt and of the “Belt and Road” initiative. Xu and listed companies said that the Road” related cooperation. Lirong, President of China COSCO “Belt and Road” have expanded Long Guoqiang, Deputy Shipping Corporation said that the market and they have also Director of the Development Research “our company focuses on providing identified more and more business Center of the State Council pointed trade connectivity and ensuring opportunities. out that the “Belt and Road” has smooth services along the global This year’s summit has also yielded undoubtedly brought abundant business comprehensive logistics supply chain”. very fruitful achievements in the economic opportunities for the companies. Therefore, the “Belt and Road” has and trade domain: in the upcoming five The first beneficiary is infrastructure pointed out a very clear direction years, China will import over USD 8 construction. Most of the countries for us: with connecting global ports trillion commodities, make foreign direct along the “Belt and Road” are and wharfs as the objective, a global investment of over USD 750 billion developing countries with infrastructure strategy and connection between the and contribute an outbound tourist construction as the prioritized domain. companies and the local markets will group of more than 500 million, Then comes next is the opportunity to help to develop maritime cooperation which will bring tremendous business carry out import and export trade and relations.” opportunities for the whole world. finally is investment opportunities. The Chairman of the Board of Directors Regarding the series of measures to countries along the “Belt and Road” of the Alibaba Group Ma Yun said that push forward the “Belt and Road” promise tremendous potential and the “President Xi Jinping stressed in the trade connectivity, achievements Chinese companies are in the peak of keynote speech co-building is not to include “China is expected to import “going global” with investments are in make a fresh start by denying others USD 2 trillion commodities from full swing in the agriculture, mining, and becoming egoistic, which is countries and regions along the ‘Belt manufacturing and service industries.

53 ear Friends and Readers of the China’s Foreign Trade Magazine: It is with great pleasure that I communicate with you several days before the opening of the Belt and Road Forum, a pivotal international event of Dcardinal importance for our two countries and people and for the whole world. Over the last years, our bilateral relations, political, economic and cultural, are advancing fast and are becoming stronger and deeper to the benefit of both our nations. Greece, a beacon of stability and prosperity in South - Eastern Europe, has eagerly embraced China’s Belt and Road initiative, advancing connectivity not just through trade and investment, but also by promoting people-to-people exchanges and cultural dialogue, along the Modern Silk Roads linking China H.E.Leonidas C. Rokanas to Europe. Greece has recognized the comprehensive and cultural value of Ambassador of Greece this endeavor as well as its potential role in favor of peace and stability, and to China is eager to work with China in building a community of shared future for all humankind. The Belt and Road initiative is a long-term strategic, open-ended endeavor, launched by the Chinese government and President Xi Jinping, and subsequently supported by numerous nations, involving more than 70 countries, and 4 billion people, accounting for about 1/3 of the world’s total GDP. It is based on synergy, inclusiveness, win-win strategies, equality, collective effort and decision making; in short, a visionary, holistic and ground breaking effort which purports to build not a new empire but a flexible network of equal partners, aiming at boosting growth and sustainable development. Greece as one of the core participants of the Belt and Road initiative, especially along the new Maritime Silk Roads (as evidenced by our successful cooperation with COSCO in the Port of Piraeus and beyond) is committed in the success of this initiative. The BRF summit, coincides with two important events that will mark our bilateral relations this year:

First, the opening of the Ancient Civilizations Forum on April 24th in Athens, a Greek initiative actively supported by China and involving 10 countries, with the aim of serving as a platform where all participants can communicate and learn from each other so as to achieve common prosperity and development. As Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in Athens, “The Ancient Civilization Forum and the Road and Belt Initiative can be essentially traced to the same origin”. The forum has provided dynamism in both thought and culture for the Belt and Road initiative. Second, the official inauguration of the Greece-China Cultural Exchanges and Cultural Industry Cooperation Year in Athens last week, in the presence of the Greek Minister of Culture Ms. Koniordou and the head of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China, Mr Liu Qibao, underscoring the pivotal role played by cultural links in our bilateral strategic cooperation in many other fields, such as economy, trade and tourism. I take this opportunity to wish the forthcoming Belt and Road forum full success! H.E.Leonidas C. Rokanas Ambassador of Greece to China

54 Focus 55 H.E.Cecília Szilas H.E.Cecília Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Hungary China to H.E.Cecília Szilas : Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Hungary to China

istinguished Reader In Hungary we seriously believe thatmutual trust and respect both on sides, as well as supporting each core interests other’s and taking into

consideration each concerns major other’s provide the essential basis fruitful of bilateral relations were established. with China, which we have successfully built together during the years, 68 since our diplomatic relations were established. Besides the excellent political ties between Hungary and China, statistics show that economic relations are also advancing consistently.Hungary’s China has become largest trading partnerlast few years, outside we have created the one of Europe’s most Europeancompetitive investment Union. Over the environment inHungary, which has significantly contributedto becoming the destinationtop country Chinese of investments in Central Eastern Europe, as well as becoming a regional financialhub. Hungary considers the‘Belt and Road’ initiative asgrand a civilizationproject and has a similar view as China, namelythat the concept is a common aspiration allto countries along the routes. Hungary is pleased and eager to move forward in the direction of practicalcooperation. This commitment has already resulted in becoming the first ‘Belt and Road’ country in Europe by signing the MoU withBuilding ChinaThe Silk Road 21stEconomic Belt Century on And The “Jointly Maritime Silk Road” in and 2015, also becoming the first – more among 100than a countries and international organizations in the that world actively participate and support the “Belt and Road” initiative establish – to and launch the “Belt and Road” working group mechanism with China in 2016. Based on the frequent high-level political and business visits, which provide the foundation political of and economic relations, we aim sustained for high level growth in the fields of trade, investment and tourism. furtherto develop also We cooperation strive with China in the priority areas the of recent re-industrialisation programmanufacturing, manufacturing specialized of equipment, of machinery Hungary, and which are the fieldshealth of industry vehicle and health tourism, food industry, green economy and info- communication industry. I would like to take this opportunity to wish the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation a great success. D n behalf of the Government and people of Indonesia, I would like to warmly congratulate China for organizing of the International Cooperation Summit Forum on the Belt and Road initiative. May Othis Summit Forum further enhance the understanding and cooperation among related countries, as we strive to strengthen connectivity in this era of globalization based on non-conflict, mutual respect and win-win principles.

H.E.Soegeng Rahardjo Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the People’s Republic of China

he participation of Poland’s Prime Minister Madam Beata Szydło in the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation is a clear sign that Poland is following China’s global initiatives very closely. It is also Tan expression of our desire to find the best model of cooperation that would benefit both Poland, one of Europe’s most dynamic economies, and China, the world’s second largest economy. We believe that through an honest and open discussion we will be able to identify areas in which we can create synergies and find complementarities between China’s initiatives and our own development strategies, such as the Responsible Development Plan announced by the Polish government last year. Poland has a lot to offer, being a reliable economic partner as well as a country committed to building international peace and stability. We are looking forward to new opportunities of mutually beneficial cooperation with China and other partners in Asia and Europe. H.E.Piotr Gillert H.E.Piotr Gillert Chargé d’Affaires of the Republic of Poland Chargé d’Affaires of the Republic of Poland to China to China

t is with great pleasure that I write this message for Chinese Foreign Trade Magazine’s special issue on the Belt and Road International Forum. TheI ancient Maritime Silk Road connected China and Sri Lanka more than two thousand years ago, enabling trade and the exchange of art and culture. Recently, on a visit to Hepu Han Dynasty Museum in China, which exhibits artifacts related to ancient trade on the maritime route, H.E. President Xi Jinping, who put forward the initiative of jointly building the 21st century Silk Road Economic Belt and Road, has seen artifacts related to the ancient routes to India and Sri Lanka. Among these had been Sri Lankan precious gems, namely Blue Sapphires and Red Rubies, which were the first export items from Sri Lanka to China. H.E.Dr. Karunasena Kodituwakku Sri Lankan gems were accorded high value in ancient China. In the 13th Ambassador of century, when Marco Polo was returning from China to his native Italy via the Sri Lanka to China

56 Focus 57 H.E.Ali Murat Ersoy Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey China to H.E.Ali Murat Ersoy

H.E.Dr. Karunasena Kodituwakku H.E.Dr. Ambassador of Sri Lanka to China

Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to China Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey

s a key participant of the Belt and Road initiative,Turkey would like to congratulate the Republic the People’s Republic of of China on organizing the Belt and Road International Forum for Cooperation. This A is a unique platform relevant for countries along the Belt and Road address to the infrastructure gap in Asia, further improve connectivity, and facilitate trade relations and people-to-people contacts. Taking this opportunity, I would also like congratulate to Foreign Trade China’s magazine for its contribution in improving the economic and relations China,Turkey and among the Belt and Road countries. between I wish the Forum a great success. maritime silk stopped route, he in Sri Lanka, where recorded he the availability sapphires,of rubies, topazes, amethysts and garnets in the island.stated He that “the king Sri of Lanka possesses the most beautiful ruby thatcan be seen, has ever been seen is likely or be to seen in the world” whole and that the of Emperor China had envoys sent purchase to this offering ruby, to pay the valueof a city in return. This is only one of many examples that historyhas relationship recorded between of the China ancient and Sri Lanka. Another can be found in the 5th century rock paintings at the UNESCO Heritage World site Sigiriyain of Sri Lanka.The dresses worn by depicted women the its famousFrescoin paintings are said be to made Chinese of silks, which makes the latter the of one firstitems exported from China Sri to Lanka many centuries ago. another instance theYet of two countries’ close relations are the visits made Sri to Lankaby celebrated navigator Zheng erected He. He trilinguala tablet at stone a religious in the site Southern Province Sri of Lanka and appealed Buddhist, for Hindu and Islamic blessings, making offeringsof gold, silver Chinese and Silk. Theseof items tradewereno doubt at the time. When we fast forward modern to times, we find newly the independentmodern nations of Sri Lanka and China signingAgreement Current trade in 1952. volumes between the our two countries historical exceeds Rubber-RiceUS$ 4 billion. Trade I believe that there will be even opportunities more relations for between the two nations with the the of implementation consensus leaders of at their roundtable deliberations during the Belt and Road International Forum. Coincidentally,this year China and Sri Lanka celebrate their 65th Anniversary of Trade Relations in the modern era, in addition to their 60th Anniversaryof Diplomatic Relations. Sri Lanka’s joining of the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation is an waycelebrate apt to this historical moment. I sincerely wish this event great success. More Innovative Cooperation Between China and Swiss —An exclusive interview with Jean-Jacques de Dardel, Ambassador of Swiss to China

By Audrey Guo

t the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Swiss President Doris Leuthard attended the “Belt and Road” Forum for International ACooperation (BRF) in Beijing from May 14 to 15. President Leuthard gave a keynote speech at the forum and had a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sideline of the event. Ahead of the BRF, Ambassador of Switzerland to China, Jean-Jacques de Dardel, illustrates on Switzerland’s participation in the “Belt and Road” Initiative and the increasingly dynamic Sino-Swiss relations. Leaders Roundtable discussions. On the infrastructure construction, investment On the “Belt and Road” sideline of the forum, our two presidents and trade cooperation, financial initiative had a bilateral meeting. In addition to cooperation, policy coordination, and that, President Leuthard participated in promotion of people-to-people exchange. a tourism event to further promote the Due to our longstanding expertise Q1: The “Belt and Road” Forum for International Cooperation Sino-Swiss Year of Tourism, the Sino- in the different pillars, Switzerland (BRF) was held in Beijing from May Swiss Business Awards organized by the can contribute to the initiative in a 14 to 15. Swiss President Doris Swiss Chamber of Commerce Beijing, meaningful way. Suffice to say, with her Leuthard attended the summit at and the Innofashion event at the Swiss attendance at the Forum in May, the the invitation of Chinese President Embassy, a fashion and design event to President of the Swiss Confederation, Xi Jinping. Could you please share highlight Swiss and Chinese fashion, Doris Leuthard, expresses our readiness with us more details? design and innovation. to do so. The forum provides an opportunity Q2:What are the business Jean-Jacques de Dardel: Swiss for various countries to meet in a opportunities for Swiss companies President Doris Leuthard was invited whole new setting. We hope that this from the “Belt and Road” Initiative, to attend the “Belt and Road” Forum bears the chance to create a new and especially for companies engaged by Chinese President Xi Jinping during positive dynamic, where a community in infrastructure, financing and his state visit to Switzerland in January. of countries can work together on a insurance? I believe our president is among the first common aim: increasing connectivity. heads of state to be invited to the forum. This of course entails more than Jean-Jacques de Dardel: Switzerland At the forum, President Leuthard gave mere infrastructure. The “Belt and welcomes the goal of China“Belt and a keynote speech and attended the Road” Initiative has set up five pillars: Road”Initiative to strengthen the trade

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ties between China and Europe (and construction (a form of contractual Europe. with the countries within the region). agreement in the construction industry). Last but not least, let’s not forget To enhance the connectivity among the China-Swiss bilateral trade the rising number of Chinese visitors countries on the New Silk Road, the in Switzerland nowadays, which is of improvement of infrastructure is a key significant importance for the Swiss Q3: The bilateral economic and priority. trade cooperation between tourism industry. In 2015, Chinese Meanwhile, China is one of China and Switzerland in 2016 tourists overnight stays in Switzerland Switzerland’s most important foreign has witnessed a historical record came to a record number of over 1.6 trade partners, the largest market for with the bilateral trade turnover million. China now is the 4th source Swiss exports in Asia and the third of CHF 22.12 billion. How do you of tourists in Switzerland and the first largest worldwide after the EU and the evaluate the bilateral economic and from Asia. In the Sino-Swiss Year of US. Therefore, the “Belt and Road” trade relations between the two Tourism in 2017, we are expecting Initiative offers Western and Swiss countries? more people from Switzerland and companies tremendous opportunities China visiting each other’s country. for potential cooperation with Chinese Jean-Jacques de Dardel: The Q4: For Chinese companies in the fields of infrastructure, financial Sino-Swiss ties are more substantial interested in investing in and professional services, advanced than ever and bilateral trade and Switzerland, what are the favorable manufacturing as well as transport and investment has been keeping the business opportunities? What logistics. good momentum of growing in the suggestions would you give to Swiss banks already deal with past years. Since 2010, China has Chinese investors for them to do Renminbi business, insurance companies been Switzerland’s most important business effectively and to avoid cooperate with Chinese partners, trading partner in Asia, the 3rd risks? Swiss industrial companies contribute largest globally after EU and US. The Jean-Jacques de Dardel: technologies to Chinese national implementation of the Sino-Swiss It goes owned companies, Swiss agricultural Free Trade Agreement, China’s first without saying that Switzerland is experience and know-how could FTA with a continental European the premium business location in well satisfy the need of converting country, is a major success in the world. Factors like innovation to new-style professional farmers in particular. Since it entered into force and technology, liberal economic China. Opportunities for agricultural on July 1st 2014, it has created new ecosystem, stable political system, equipment companies are also on the opportunities for development and being a gateway to Europe, top-grade rise, as well as a better outlook for Swiss investment for both sides, and help education and high-level of workforce, clean tech companies. Chinese and Swiss exporters save highly developed infrastructure, Possible business models for costs substantially. favorable tax system are the major partnerships with Chinese companies In summary, bilateral trade advantages for foreign companies to could be joint partnerships, technology between the two countries has relocate to Switzerland. transfer, investment funding or increased 6 times since 2000 and the For Chnese investors, there are engineering, procurement and trade volume in 2016 reached 26.8 a few factors that are of particular billion Swiss francs (incl. precious appeal. First of all, the political metals). The enhancement process of stability. As an investor you would FTA has been launched during the like to look at a stable environment. state visit of Chinese President Xi We also stress our education level, Jinping to Switzerland in January. our many languages, the favorable In terms of investment, Swiss taxation system, f lexibility of the direct investment in China has been labor force and labor law as well as Switzerland welcomes growing particularly fast over the past the very high level of innovation. the goal of China’s 15 years. Today, more than 800 Swiss We also present Switzerland as an excellent platform for reaching the “Belt and Road” companies are present in China, in Initiative to strengthen areas ranging from machinery and other European markets. equipment, food, textiles, logistics, The Free Trade Agreement the trade ties between chemicals and pharmaceuticals (FTA) between Switzerland and China and Europe and the financial sector. On the China is also pointed out as it is the (and with the countries other hand, Chinese investments only FTA signed by China with a and Chinese companies active in continental European country, also within the region). Switzerland have also been growing. one of the top 20 world economies. Moreover, Switzerland is That agreement provides countless currently positioning itself as opportunities for investors from both one of the leading centers for the sides. internationalization of the RMB in We would like Chinese investors 59 to think across the board and not China-Swiss finance insurance and finance sector, visited only look at the size of the market, China. More than 30 bilateral meetings the tax incentives and the level of Q5: Switzerland and China have and several promotional events were held salaries. Switzerland might not be the established sound bilateral with Chinese ministers and authorities, cheapest place to set up a factory but relationships in the financial state institutions and financial center is certainly one of the most efficient sector. Could you please introduce stakeholders. and business friendly environment to us the latest developments The talks focused on bilateral you can find in Europe. made by the two countries in and multilateral issues, and concrete Quite a few Chinese companies financial cooperation? How can cooperation at the state and private sector active in the solar energy, information the two countries achieve financial levels. Either the continued willingness and communications technology connectivity in the future? to cooperate was reiterated or ideas and and pharma industry are present impetus for new projects and/or concrete in Switzerland. Industries where Jean-Jacques de Dardel: progress were achieved in areas of Switzerland is strong and where Switzerland is currently positioning regulations, positioning in multilateral clusters exist will attract investors in itself as one of the leading centers for bodies, market access, investment and order to find suppliers, partners and the internationalization of the RMB in infrastructure projects and Fintech. customers. Europe. More than one year ago, China The latest installment of talks There are multiple ways of Construction Bank’s Zurich branch between China and Switzerland investing in Switzerland for Chinese was approved to clear Renminbi trades. deepened relations between the two investors. The most often chosen is Other Chinese banks are looking to countries. Switzerland’s Free Trade the set-up of a sales office, a global enter the Swiss market following CCB’s Agreement with China came into force headquarter or a R&D center. To move. Currently, Switzerland is ranked three years ago, and the financial entities facilitate the procedure of investment third in foreign financial centers trading are looking to do more business with in Switzerland, foreign investors the Chinese currency, only behind China. may use the consulting services of London and Frankfurt. Q6: China has established offshore the Swiss Business Hub at the Swiss In April, a high-level Swiss RMB market in Switzerland. Embassy and Consulates General. delegation led by Federal Councillor What is your comment on the More information can be found Ueli Maurer, Head of Swiss Department internalization of RMB? What on the homepage of Switzerland of Financial Affairs, accompanied by influences will it bring to the world? Enterprise Global: www.s-ge.com. representatives from the Swiss banking, Jean-Jacques de Dardel: Zurich and Geneva are among the most important international financial centers in Europe besides London. Switzerland and China have intensified their financial cooperation considerably in recent years and plan to further progress their collaboration going forward. The Swiss Financial Center is very well-positioned to serve clients in Switzerland and around the world with RMB products and services, and our country is very well equipped to tap the potential of the growing RMB business. China-Swiss cooperation in the offshore RMB business will remain subject to further fruitful stimulus in the near future. It is already visible that the internationalization of the RMB brings interesting new opportunities to the Chinese market in supporting Chinese trades as well as the internalization of the Chinese cross border financial services. RMB also provides diversification in terms of a reserve currency for central banks around the world.

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China & Turkey — Strong Cooperation under the “Belt and Road” Initiative —An Exclusive Interview with Ali Murat Ersoy, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey

By Lily Wang

s a geographical and cultural bridge linking with east and west, Turkey plays a key role in the Belt and Road Initiative. China and Turkey have Aestablished friendship and carried out all-round cooperation, bringing tangible benefits to the peoples of the two countries, and promoting regional peace, stability and development. Recently, Ali Murat Ersoy, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to China, accept our exclusive interview, talking about bilateral economic and trade development, and displaying us a bright future. Q1：Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, bilateral relations in political, economic, cultural and other fields have been developing steadily. Would you please comment on the development of bilateral relations over these years? President Erdoğan’s visits to meeting of the Foreign Ministers Ali Murat Ersoy: Since the China in 2015 and 2016, and President Consultative Mechanism, during establishment of bilateral diplomatic Xi’s visit to Antalya in 2015 were which they discussed wide ranging relations between Turkey and the significant events, which contributed international issues in a more People’s Republic of China in 1971, immensely to Turkey’s bilateral detailed manner. both countries have displayed clear relations with China. President In addition to the well- determination to build a productive Erdoğan was the first Turkish Head established Joint Working Group partnership. of State to visit China three times in mechanism, our Foreign Ministries Today, as we are approaching the three years when he arrived in Beijing held their first high-level strategic 50th anniversary of this important on the occasion of the “Belt and dialogue in 2016. relationship, it stands at the level of Road” Summit. We also held the first meeting “strategic cooperation”, with over Foreign Minister Çavuşoğlu of the Deputy Prime Minister level 27 billion trade volume and regular and Foreign Minister Wang have cooperation mechanism last year. high level contacts strengthened with a solid working relationship and We have also witnessed some numerous bilateral agreements. last year they also held the first major developments in regional and

61 international institution building innovative methods are also employed improvement and both Turkey and within the last couple of years. One to increase the bilateral trade. China should encourage their private such example was the establishment Signing of an agreement between sectors to invest more in each other’s of the Asian Infrastructure and Turkey and China in the field of countries. Investment Bank (AIIB). Turkey e-commerce in 2015 was a case in There are also investment became one of the founding members point. opportunities in many areas for of the AIIB with a share of 2.48% The use of national currencies Turkish companies in China. For and has a seat on the Board of the in bilateral trade can also help to example, Turkey could make a Bank. produce a positive effect. Cooperation substantial contribution in the service As the role of infrastructure is the and contacts between the Central sector. Healthcare, hotel industry key to development and connectivity, Banks of the two countries are and education may offer major investments in this area, funded by increasing. Raising the levels of opportunities for bilateral cooperation. AIIB, Silk Road Fund or others will reserves in each other’s currencies Banking and insurance sectors benefit all countries involved, and and facilitation of the existing “Swap could also be in the list for further provide significant support for our Agreement”, which was renewed in cooperation. Existence of strong efforts and boost cooperation. November 2015, could be possible textile sectors in both countries can Last but not least, as of last year, ways to deepen the cooperation in allow cooperation in affordable design China was Turkey’s number one trade this area. and fashion. partner in Asia-Pacific and number What makes Turkey unique In recent years, Turkish businessmen two in the world. in terms of trade and foreign direct have become increasingly aware of China In brief, our bilateral relations investment is that it is a gateway to as a big market, an investment destination are on the right track and we will Europe, the Middle East, North and a central location regarding see further expansion of the bilateral Africa, the Caucasus and Central investments in surrounding countries. area of cooperation in the coming Asia. Indeed, a four-hour flight from Turkish entrepreneurs, especially years. Istanbul gives access to more than those with long-term investments, Q2：Would you please tell us about 50 countries and a vast market that are enjoying preferential policies, the bilateral trade and investment accounts for one fourth of the world as a result of China’s opening-up in the past five years, and what are economy. endeavors to attract and encourage the highlights? Can you give us With the removal of bureaucratic foreign investments. We are proud to some examples? obstacles to a great extent, improvements see that Turkish investors achieved in the tax system, support for transfer of success in sectors such as household Ali Murat Ersoy: For Turkey, profits and successful privatization appliances, auto parts, generators, China has transformed from a distant programs, Turkey has emerged as textiles and also in other segments trade destination to a key trade partner. one of world’s leading investment of the new economy. Our trade volume has increased year hubs. We are working with our Chinese on year from USD 238 million in The total amount of foreign counterparts to improve our overall 1990 to the level of USD 27, 7 billion direct investments exceeded USD 165 economic relations with opportunities in 2016. billion as of 2015. for cooperation in fields such as However, we need to create a Turkey-China investment relations construction, consultancy services, more balanced trade structure and have also witnessed a considerable lift tourism, small and medium sized reach a higher volume of trade. within the last two years. enterprises, joint ventures, advanced Turkey’s purpose is two-fold: According to the data provided technologies and industrial projects. increasing exports to China and by the Ministry of Economy of the Forging multi-dimensional economic narrowing the trade deficit as much as Republic of Turkey, China’s total and trade relations between Turkey possible on one hand, and attracting direct investment in Turkey was USD and China would not only benefit more Chinese investment on the 809 million as of February 2017. This the peoples of both countries, but other. was a substantial increase from USD also contribute to the welfare of their To this end, our Ministry of 27 million in total between the years regions. Economy has recently launched a of 2002-2013. Taking this opportunity, I would detailed “China Action Plan”, and Despite this major improvement, like to invite Chinese investors to business associations such as the China ranks 22nd regarding take a stronger interest in Turkey. Turkish-Chinese Business Council incoming FDI to Turkey. Presently, Q3：Turkey is a key point of the “Belt are actively analyzing the trade there are about 849 companies with and Road”. What opportunities do potential to China in products Chinese capital in Turkey. This you think the initiative will bring to where Turkey has a comparative puts China at the 14th place among the countries under this initiative? advantage. countries with highest number of In light of the advances in companies in my country. In other Ali Murat Ersoy: “Belt and information technologies, more words, there is much room for further Road” provides an excellent

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opportunity for making Eurasia one We have also initiated and/ There are already several blueprints of the main arteries of global trade or become a significant party of coming from countries along and and commerce. It also has the ability several multilateral transportation beyond the “Belt and Road”. This to stimulate trade in the landlocked and logistics mechanisms between initiative will help new markets, part of Asia as well as its periphery. Asia and Europe. Lapis Lazuli improve infrastructure and increase Therein lies the critical component. Transit Transportation Project is one trade as well as social and cultural The Modern Silk Road will alleviate example. It is a project connecting contacts. It seems to be a good the Vasco De Gama effect on the Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, formula for a future based on “win- ancient land routes and combine Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkey. In win” approach. the f low of trade both ways Turkmenistan and in Azerbaijan, Q4：Under the “Belt and Road” through land and sea. The world is “Lapis Lazuli” will join the “Middle initiative, there are a series of seeking a new model to revitalize Corridor” artery. cooperation projects carried out economic development and “Belt These examples show that smoothly between China and and Road” may provide an exciting Turkey’s efforts in cooperation Turkey. Please give us a detailed new option. with several regional countries description about the progress of Therefore, “Belt and Road” is a have the potential for a multiplier the projects. win-win project for the benefit of the effect on our common work within countries and peoples in Asia, Europe the “Belt and Road” to bring Ali Murat Ersoy: As I mentioned and the world. It will create positive concrete contributions to economic in my response to the above question, results in the form of employment, cooperation in Asia. a Memorandum of Understanding welfare, interconnectivity, peace and Another Turkish initiative is the was signed between Turkey and stability. “Caravanserai Project” which was China in 2015 on aligning the “Belt Turkey has declared its strong introduced as a concept in 2008 to and Road” with Turkey’s “Middle interest in the “Belt and Road” increase cooperation among customs Corridor” initiative. This MoU was Initiative right from the start. A authorities along the Silk Road. not only about transportation and memorandum of Understanding This Project aims to facilitate trade logistics, but also for strengthening was signed between Turkey and and transport by accelerating border the linkages in several fields, China in 2015 on aligning the “Belt crossing procedures in Asia. including people to people contacts. and Road” with Turkey’s “Middle All these projects and initiatives In the meantime, Turkey has Corridor” initiative. This MoU was will also enhance Turkey and China’s already started delivering on other not only about transportation and prospects for cooperation in third concrete projects in the fields of logistics, but creating connectivity countries on infrastructure related transportation, logistics, energy and in several fields, including people to projects. trade. These national projects will people contacts. “Belt and Road” can also provide also contribute to the revival of the Turkey has developed a range ample opportunities for future energy ancient Silk Road. of major infrastructure projects that cooperation, especially in the field of With the inauguration of can be integrated into the “Belt and renewables. Marmaray on 29 October 2013, Road” initiative. Maritime Silk Road offers which coincided with the 90th The Marmaray tunnel opportunities for further cooperation anniversary of the Republic of connecting the continents of Asia between our countries regarding Turkey, continents of Asia and and Europe under the Istanbul Strait ports and logistics. Europe are now linked with an became operational in 2013. The Land Transport Agreement will undersea railway tunnel. This project Edirne-Kars high-speed railway be another important dimension, will also enable uninterrupted travel will provide the essential modern which will open way for more from Beijing to London through connection across Turkey. Another bilateral cooperation between Turkey railway. Therefore, it will be an major project, the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars and China along the “Belt and important part of the “Rail Silk Railway will provide an efficient Road”. Road”. railway connection linking Turkey, Also, “Belt and Road” will One of Turkey’s mega projects Caucasus and Central Asia. With its be instrumental to promote the completed in 2016 was the third extensions into the Far East, this line development of new business bridge on the Istanbul Strait. Named will connect the East and the West. models such as e-commerce. As “Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge”, it is We call this project: “The Middle I mentioned earlier, Turkey and a combined road-rail bridge and Corridor”. China have already signed an carries four motorway lanes and one The Middle Corridor constitutes e-trade agreement. railway line in each direction. It is one of the key land arteries of the With necessary financingand among the top ten tallest suspension Modern Silk Road system. It will cooperation, “Belt and Road” bridges in the world. create an additional transit trade initiative will surely create a positive Another mega project, the route from China to Europe. synergy in a vast geographical area. Eurasia Tunnel, was completed

63 and opened in December 2016. Sea of Marmara, the new canal and In 2015, the volume of foreign The double-deck tunnel provides the Istanbul Strait. “Kanal İstanbul” trade exceeded USD 351 billion. additional connection under the aims to minimize shipping traffic Turkish exports increased to USD Istanbul Strait, connecting Asia and in the İstanbul Strait. Turkey aims 144 billion in 2015 from USD Europe. to finish the project in 2023, which 36 billion in 2002. For the 100th Within the last ten years, will be the 100th anniversary of the Anniversary of the Republic, the Turkey has built more than 17.000 establishment of the Republic. export target of Turkey is to reach kilometers of dual carriageways, Q5：Could you describe for us the USD 500 billion. nearly tripling the 2002 coverage of Turkish economy structure and give Its role as a hub with respect to 6.000 kilometers. The country aims some suggestions to the Chinese transport and energy corridors makes to reach 37.000 kilometers by 2023, investors? Turkey an invaluable destination for connecting all provinces of Turkey any investor in the world. Taking with dual carriageways. Ali Murat Ersoy: Turkey is into consideration my country’s We have also seen massive one of the 20 largest economies in geographical location and economic improvements in air transportation. the world and 10 largest economies capabilities in the broader region, The number of airports in Turkey has in Europe. It has a free-market Chinese investors can also reach the been doubled over the past decade. economy where rules of competition markets of the European Union, Passenger traffic has increased more are in place and the private and the Mediterranean, Caucasus, than five-fold during the same public sectors have pioneering Central Asia and the Middle East period. According to the World and regulatory roles, respectively. through Turkey. Turkey welcomes Bank, Turkey ranked 9th globally A liberal foreign trade policy investors from China especially for in terms of the number of airway is implemented and goods and projects related to infrastructure, passengers in 2014 with 92 million. products can be freely traded among port, airport, channel, railway, The third airport project in Istanbul individuals and institutions. subway, energy, automobile, will have a huge investment total. In Turkey, great emphasis has mechanical industry, banking and The third airport will make Istanbul recently been placed on structural telecommunications. a global airline hub. As of December reforms in the economy. The Turkey’s planned infrastructure 2016, 40% of the construction was process of privatization has been projects present important completed. accelerated and noteworthy reforms opportunities for Chinese investors. Maritime sector in Turkey has have been implemented in financial Turkey has become one of the fastest seen its share of improvements. The markets, as well as in sectors such as growing energy markets in the world. total traffic in ports has more than agriculture, social security, energy Therefore, investment opportunities doubled over the last eight years and communications. in mining and energy sectors could as a result of increasing trade and Thanks to these reforms also be explored. Turkey is interested developing infrastructure. Turkey and the creation of autonomous to work with China in the fields has greater targets in maritime bodies, the structure of economic of green technologies and nuclear transportation with important port institutions has been strengthened power. projects such as the Çandarlı Port and the country’s economy has My suggestion to Chinese in the Aegean Sea, Filyos Port in become more resistant to probable investors is to go and invest in Turkey the Black Sea and Mersin Second fluctuations in international as it presents ample opportunities for Container Port in the Mediterranean markets. Capital markets have win-win cooperation between the Sea. With these projects, Turkey been revised with a modern two countries. will be able to increase its container touch and numerous bureaucratic China has the dual centenary handling capacity threefold. obstacles have been eliminated or goals which aim to strengthen Maritime f leet of Turkey has minimized. the fundamentals of the “Chinese grown to reach 30 million DWT Turkey has been pursuing an Dream”. Turkey also has a dream (Deadweight tonnage), ranking 13th export-led growth policy since 1980. and a clear objective to become in the world. By virtue of economic reforms and one of the major economies in the “Kanal İstanbul” is a project of opening-up measures, restrictions on world by 2023. With its strongly artificial sea-level waterway, which imports for many items were removed, motivated population of nearly 80 will be connecting the Black Sea safeguard practices were reduced and million people, Turkey’s ambitious to the Sea of Marmara, and hence foreign exchange transactions were goals for the year 2023, the 100th to the Aegean and Mediterranean liberalized. anniversary of the foundation of Seas. It would bisect the current As a result of the economic the Republic, will be within reach. European side of Istanbul and form reforms carried out during the Working together and stepping-up an island between the continents of last decade, both the volume and the cooperation will bring us closer Asia and Europe (the island would composition of the Turkish trade have to our dreams and pave the way for have a shoreline with the Black Sea, radically changed. further development.

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