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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
From September 8 to 16, the State Council Information Office of the People's Republic of China held a "Seminar for Media Executives of Belt and Road Initiative Countries" in Xinjiang. Twenty-four media representatives from 19 countries, including Russia, Sweden, and Australia, visited Urumqi, Kashgar, and Ili to learn about Xinjiang's socioeconomic development through site visits and seminars.
Media representatives unanimously noted the rapid development of industry in Xinjiang, the impressive level of agricultural technology and automation, as well as the effective provision of basic needs of the population, such as employment and education.
During the visit, the delegation visited factories, agricultural bases, and textile factories to gain an overview of the current state of affairs. At companies such as the Xinjiang Branch of GAC Motor and Saurer Xinjiang Intelligent Machinery Co., Ltd. in Urumqi, the media witnessed rapid development and a high level of industrial automation. Wolfgang Müller, China correspondent for the German magazine Sozialismus, noted, "Chinese cars can already compete with German ones in quality, design, and engine performance, while offering a more competitive price."
After visiting a rice-growing base in Kashgar, Nsongo, a well-known columnist and political observer from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, said that rice is also grown in his country, but for now by hand, on a small scale, and with low yields. He expressed hope for expanded technical cooperation between the two countries in this area: "In terms of agricultural cooperation, China is unrivaled."
Improving living standards is the primary development goal of Xinjiang. In recent years, Xinjiang has continued to increase social investment, implementing comprehensive projects in employment, education, and healthcare to ensure that development benefits extend to all ethnic groups.
At the height of the tourist season in the ancient city of Kashgar, media representatives arrived early in the morning for the opening ceremony of the city's gates. In 2010, the government invested over 7 billion yuan in the Kashgar reconstruction project, which completed the renovation of dilapidated housing for 49,000 families over five years. Today, thanks to the city's unique traditional architecture, as well as its developed infrastructure and services, local residents have found stable employment in the tourism industry. Shalametguli Kari, a resident of the ancient city and owner of two shops under the "Guli House" brand, is one example of this success.
Canadian blogger Jamal Al-Sharif filmed a traditional dance performance at the Guli House. He noted, "The ancient city of Kashgar is a shining example of a balanced approach to modern development and heritage preservation. Cultural heritage is important, but new development methods must be implemented to enhance people's well-being, create new opportunities, improve quality of life, and ensure a prosperous future."
The development of education in Xinjiang also captured the attention of the seminar participants. During a visit to Kindergarten No. 14 in Nazarbagh Village in Kashgar, media representatives noted the modern educational equipment in each classroom and the enthusiastic children engaged in a variety of activities. "I see that the children are healthy and full of energy," said Per Markus Andersson, CEO and editor-in-chief of the Nordic Times, touched by their smiles. "Free education, healthy food, a variety of entertainment options, and the ability for parents to choose the type of education based on their circumstances—all of this is very important."
During the visit, six seminars were organized with the participation of experts on the history, religion and culture of Xinjiang.
Bergman, editor-in-chief of the Australian publications Asia Pacific Defence Reporter and Asian Defence Review, showed great interest in the region, meticulously documenting every detail. He admitted, "It's completely different from what I expected. We saw examples of local crafts and dances, especially at the Xinjiang Museum, where there's a deep respect for history and culture." He also plans to write an article and record a podcast for an Australian audience.
Danish scholar Niels Hahn, who regularly studies cases of US foreign interference, noted that stories about "forced labor" and "genocide" being hyped by Western media are part of an information war. "Come to Xinjiang," he urged. "It's the best way to learn the truth."
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