2025 Nanning Belt and Road forum explores China-ASEAN financial prospects

The 2025 Belt and Road Financial Investment Forum and Shanghai Money Fair Nanning Stop took place on Aug 2, bringing together government, business, and academic leaders to explore China-ASEAN financial investment opportunities and challenges.

Representatives from all sectors attend the forum. [Photo/China News Service]

Speakers shared insights: Shao Yu, a senior researcher, analyzed how new productive forces drive the Belt and Road, emphasizing multi-level free trade agreements as a key factor.

Li Yunliang emphasized China's strengths in construction, shipping, and tech services, mentioning the ASEAN Free Trade Area's support for private firms while warning about market risks.

Qin Zixin from the China-ASEAN Business Center highlighted potential in infrastructure financing, digital and green economy investments, and cross-border settlements, while recognizing challenges such as exchange rate fluctuations and legal disparities.

Three roundtables and debates focused on RMB internationalization, promoting stronger regional financial cooperation.