Senior Media Executives Call for Joint Efforts to Build Green Silk Road

The latest installment of the International Editors-in-Chief Roundtable recently took place, focusing on the theme: "Building a Green Silk Road Together for a Clean and Beautiful World."

The event brought together prominent media executives from China, Cambodia, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Syria, the Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Lesotho for in-depth discussions on advancing green development under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

Chinese media representatives unanimously emphasized that environmental issues are a shared global challenge, and that the Green Silk Road is a major initiative by China to tackle climate change. They called for deeper international consensus and the integration of green principles into development strategies and infrastructure projects. Their views were strongly echoed by media leaders from countries such as Syria, Pakistan, and the Republic of the Congo.

Participants highlighted China’s practical experience and successful cases in green development, which offer valuable solutions for Belt and Road partner countries. Through cooperation, China has helped many nations pursue green growth, offering a roadmap for sustainable development that others can learn from.

Addressing the challenges faced by developing countries in pursuing green development, Shan Chengbiao, General Manager of Global Times Online suggested deepening the Green Development Partnership Initiative and innovating financing models such as "Green Investment and Financing Plus" to meet evolving needs. He also stressed the importance of using concrete data and tangible outcomes to counter skepticism.

International media executives voiced optimism about the future of the Green Silk Road, agreeing that environmental protection knows no borders and that building a Green Silk Road is a global endeavor requiring joint efforts from all nations.