The Shenzhen International Low Carbon City Forum, celebrating its 12th anniversary, has become a beacon of sustainable development, showcasing the city’s remarkable journey towards green transformation and inspiring global action. This article explores the forum’s achievements, its role in driving green technology innovation, and its unwavering commitment to international collaboration for a low-carbon future.
Anhui Province, China, successfully hosted a cultural tourism promotion event in Istanbul, Turkey, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. The event attracted key Turkish dignitaries and highlighted Anhui’s ecological and historical assets, while captivating the audience with traditional performances and tea ceremonies. This initiative underscores Anhui’s commitment to establishing itself as a global cultural tourism destination and fostering international collaboration.
Saudi Arabia showcased its commitment to sustainable tourism at the G20 Tourism Working Group meeting in Belém, Brazil, highlighting initiatives like the Sustainable Tourism Global Center and its leadership in supporting global tourism recovery. The event focused on strengthening international cooperation and addressing challenges facing the industry.
Korea, China, and Japan have announced a joint plan to boost tourism, aiming for 40 million annual exchanges between the three nations by 2030. The ambitious goal was unveiled at the 10th Korea-China-Japan Tourism Ministerial Meeting in Kobe, Japan. The ministers discussed strategies for sustainable tourism, post-pandemic recovery, and revitalizing local tourism.
Leaders from the European Union, United States, Japan, Chile, and Mercosur convened at the International Agricultural Forum (FIAP) in Cuiabá, Brazil, to address pressing issues of global food security and climate change. The panel, titled “New Rules and Models to Ensure Global Food Security,” focused on collaborative approaches, sustainable production practices, and the need for financial support to achieve these goals. The event also highlighted the crucial role of Brazil in contributing to solutions for food production, clean energy, and climate change mitigation.
President Tokayev of Kazakhstan expressed gratitude to the UNWTO delegation for their support of the World Nomad Games, highlighting the event’s role in promoting international friendship and enhancing Kazakhstan’s global reputation. The UNWTO Secretary-General commended Kazakhstan’s hosting of the games and emphasized the potential for tourism growth and economic development. Both sides explored ways to deepen their cooperation, focusing on actions to enhance Kazakhstan’s tourism appeal and international standing.
The 2024 Global Energy Transition Conference, held in Beijing’s Future Science City, brought together industry leaders and experts to discuss the future of energy development, focusing on green transformation. The conference featured keynote speeches, thematic subforums, and exhibitions, showcasing advancements in green and low-carbon energy technologies, carbon reduction strategies, and international energy cooperation.
ISRO Chairman S. Somanath has expressed India’s interest in participating in global initiatives to study and defend against asteroids. He highlighted the need for international cooperation and emphasized India’s capabilities in space exploration, including recent achievements like the Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya-L1 missions. India is looking to contribute to upcoming missions like the study of the asteroid Apophis in 2029, potentially providing instruments or support to joint missions led by NASA, ESA, and JAXA.
The 2024 Foire de Paris commemorates 60 years of China-France diplomatic relations, highlighting cultural exchange and the significance of the Yellow River. Shandong Province presents an exhibition showcasing ecological preservation and development along the river, with immersive documentaries and cultural displays. The Seine River Cultural Exhibition Area hosts events featuring diverse cultural products and documentaries from Yellow River provinces. The theme event “When the Yellow River Meets the Seine” explores China’s iconic river and promotes cooperation between the two nations.
The UK’s Rwanda Migration Plan has passed through Parliament, facing delays due to legal obstacles but now set to be implemented within 10 to 12 weeks. The plan aims to deter illegal migration by relocating asylum seekers to Rwanda, which has been deemed a safe country by the courts and where the UN has relocated migrants with EU funding. The Prime Minister has stated his determination to prevent foreign courts from hindering the plan and emphasized its importance in addressing illegal migration, which poses threats to safety, fairness, and public resources. The UK has been collaborating with other countries, such as Italy and Albania, to combat people-smuggling gangs and tackle illegal migration at its source.
