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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
BEIJING, Sept. 14 (Xinhua) — China and Central Asian countries are actively deepening cooperation in tourism, trade, energy and culture, a correspondent learned at the ongoing China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS-2025) in Beijing. The interest of the region's countries in the Chinese market continues to grow amid the implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative and the introduction of a visa-free regime.
Wang Guanlong, CEO of Qingdao Link Culture Media Co., a company specializing in developing cultural and tourism products, said this was the fourth time his company had participated in CIFTIS. They had developed the mascot for the Pearl of the SCO International Exhibition Center in Qingdao.
"In fact, the Belt and Road countries produce many high-quality products, but they remain little known. We also need to step up promotion and cooperation in this area. I am glad that countries continue to expand the 'circle of friends', and each of them internally seeks deeper and larger cooperation with China," he added.
Kairat Shaimurat, a representative of the Xinjiang branch of PetroChina, said that since 1997, the company began its operations in Aktobe, Kazakhstan, providing technical support services. Current activities are focused on the markets of many countries, offering a full range of services – from exploration and production to personnel training. "We hope to consolidate the technologies and products of enterprises in the city of Karamay for the joint development of the Central Asian markets," he emphasized.
According to the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China, trade turnover between the Central Asian countries and China in 2024 reached USD 94.8 billion, which is USD 5.4 billion more than the 2023 figure of USD 89.4 billion. Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan accounted for 70 percent of China's total trade with the region, becoming the main drivers of growth.
The Georgian wine stand was of particular interest to visitors. The company's CEO, Satavado Tavadze Levan, has lived in China for thirty years and speaks fluent "Beijing dialect." He spoke about the unique centuries-old winemaking traditions of his country, which uses clay jugs instead of buckets. "It's not what you drink that's important, but who you drink with. We have very special, unique traditions and rituals associated with feasting. Therefore, you definitely need to find time and come to Georgia to see everything with your own eyes and experience it personally."
Both Georgia and China are countries with ancient histories. Georgia was a natural part of the ancient Silk Road and remains a key link in the modern Eurasian transport corridor. “We share the deepest respect for parents and genuine hospitality, which creates a natural sense of closeness between our cultures.” He also noted the growing flow of Chinese tourists to Georgia and the growing interest in learning Chinese among Georgian youth. “In ten years, there will be many Chinese-speaking specialists here,” he is confident.
Li Xinbi, a representative of the World Tourism Cities Federation (WTCF), said the organization, which unites 86 countries and regions, actively promotes cooperation between countries in the tourism industry. “Convenient transportation links, friendly policies and a high level of security make Central Asia an increasingly attractive destination for Chinese tourists. I have been to Samarkand twice myself and really liked the city,” he said. According to him, the federation will continue to organize meetings between tour operators from both sides to optimize tourism products.
“The WTFG is an important platform for global tourism cooperation, which has not only built a bridge connecting Dushanbe to the world, but also provided member cities with invaluable opportunities to exchange experiences and knowledge,” said Rustam Kholmatiyon, First Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Tourism Development under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, at the 2025 World Conference on Tourism Cooperation and Development within the framework of CIFTIS.
“Going forward, we will further strengthen strategic cooperation, share resources, expand markets and explore new ways to develop the tourism industry,” he added. -0-
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