Zhang Jinxiong: It is of great significance for Chinese entrepreneurs to expand their business and layout globally.
(Kuala Lumpur) The 17th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention, hosted by the Malaysian Chinese Chamber of Commerce, was successfully held for 4 consecutive days from September 9 to 12 at the KLCC International Convention and Exhibition Center in Kuala Lumpur.
This global Chinese business event has attracted the attention of Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Chinese entrepreneurs from many countries in the world. They have signed up and come to Kuala Lumpur to participate in the event. A total of more than 4,000 people participated, setting a good record, which made the organizers feel proud and happy.
The grand event of 4,000 Chinese business elites from all over the world gathered in Kuala Lumpur, and was valued by the Malaysian national leader, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar and many Chinese ministers. They also went to the venue of the event to participate in the opening ceremony, deliver speeches and meet and exchange with Chinese businessmen from various countries to establish and consolidate friendships and discuss future opportunities.
** Indonesian Chinese entrepreneurs actively participate
Zhang Jinxiong, Chairman of Indonesian Chinese Entrepreneur Association, spoke at the Advisory Committee Meeting of the 17th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention on Wednesday, September 11.
He said: I am very happy to meet with you in Kuala Lumpur this time. Everyone has made wonderful speeches. Here, on behalf of Indonesian Chinese Entrepreneur Association, I would like to say a few words: First of all, I would like to thank the organizer of this conference, the Malaysian Chinese Chamber of Commerce. The setting of this Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention is very thoughtful. From the early preparations, guest reception, to the opening ceremony and yesterday's forums, they are all arranged in a compact and orderly manner, reflecting the strong strength of the organizing committee and the strong organizational ability of the Malaysian Chinese Chamber of Commerce Young Entrepreneurs. Thank you for the careful arrangement of the organizer!
The various forums set up around the theme of this conference "Drawing a New Sequence and Creating a New Situation Together" are also closely related to current economic hotspots such as artificial intelligence, chips, and green energy, providing a good learning and exchange platform for our participants.
Zhang Jinxiong pointed out: In the face of the complex and ever-changing international situation, the rapid development of new technologies such as artificial intelligence, and the increasing uncertainty, it is particularly important to unite and consolidate the strength of our Chinese businessmen and communicate, help and cooperate with Chinese businessmen around the world!
The successful holding of the 17th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention in Kuala Lumpur also made us feel the role of this global Chinese business event in promoting our local economy and the importance of expanding overseas business and global layout for our Chinese entrepreneurs!
**Zhang Jinxiong: Come to Indonesia and take a look
Here, on behalf of Indonesian Chinese Entrepreneur Association, I also welcome everyone to come to Indonesia often. As the world's fourth most populous country, Indonesia has a total population of about 278 million, and last year Indonesia's GDP was about 1.37 trillion US dollars. Whether in terms of population, territory, or economic totals, Indonesia accounts for about 40% of our entire ASEAN and is also the location of our ASEAN headquarters. At the same time, Indonesia is also the country with the largest overseas Chinese population. Indonesia has more than 20 million Chinese compatriots, and the economic foundation of Chinese businessmen is relatively good. We welcome all friends to come to Indonesia to take a look and let us, Indonesian Chinese Entrepreneur Association, have the opportunity to fulfill our hospitality.
He said: I sincerely wish the 17th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention a complete success. I hope that the delegates will fully communicate, deepen cooperation, strengthen contacts, and make greater contributions to the prosperity of global Chinese businessmen and the world economy!
At the 17th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention, Chairman Zhang Jinxiong led Indonesian Chinese Entrepreneur Association and Chinese entrepreneurs from various branches to participate in the agenda of the conference, including the welcome dinner, the opening ceremony of the conference, the group forum, the business exhibition, the enterprise docking, the tourism and the closing dinner, etc., so that the elite team members of the Indonesian Chinese business enterprises can experience the diverse culture and special food of Malaysia, and explore new opportunities from the sub-theme forums and business exhibitions, and benefit a lot and reap fruitful results.
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**Zheng Lijue: Emphasis on innovative technology and artificial intelligence
At the closing ceremony of the 17th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention on September 11, Malaysia's Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Zheng Lijue expressed his pleasure to see that the topics discussed at this World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention include emphasis on innovative technology, artificial intelligence, and disruptive technology growth.
He pointed out that in today's rapidly changing global landscape, it is necessary to master the latest technology and constantly try to make new breakthroughs in order to grasp the trend and even lead the future.
The global Chinese business community has always been at the forefront of outstanding entrepreneurship. The resilience, adaptability and foresight of Chinese businessmen have driven economic growth around the world. In the era of digital transformation, I firmly believe that the Chinese business community will continue to lead the trend, embrace new technologies, and create opportunities for future generations.
**Lu Chengquan: It is a high-end platform for business exchanges
Tan Sri Lu Chengquan, President of the Malaysian Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, pointed out that the World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention is not only a high-end platform for business exchanges, but also a stage for cultural integration.
He said that the World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention is a never-ending event. Although the convention only lasts for 3 days, it actually plays a role in 365 days of year-round operation. Everyone can keep in touch and discuss business opportunities. The Chinese Chamber of Commerce welcomes everyone to come to Malaysia to conduct business activities at any time. We promise that no matter when, the Chinese Chamber of Commerce will wholeheartedly assist everyone and deepen cooperation. "
On the other hand, the Chinese Chamber of Commerce allocated RM320,000 to 4 charitable organizations at the convention to allow Chinese businessmen around the world to witness Malaysia's public welfare and charity.
**The Macau Chinese Chamber of Commerce will hold the next convention
The President of the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Gao Quanqing, announced on behalf of the World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention Convener Organization that the 18th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention will be held from November 2 to 4 next year; the organizer is the Macau Chinese Chamber of Commerce.
He also announced that the 19th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention will be held in 2027. The application for the 19th convention will start from September 16, 2024 , until March 15, 2025. The Secretariat of the World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention will issue a notice of application on September 16.
Gao Quanqing also said that the World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention is an international exchange and cooperation platform that brings together Chinese entrepreneurs from all over the world, based on the excellent values of Chinese culture - harmony but difference, mutual complementarity and mutual benefit, win-win and common prosperity.
Therefore, I sincerely invite Chinese business organizations from all over the world to actively apply for the convention, so that the World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention can build on the past and create a new glory. "
Those attending the ceremony included Cai Guoshen, President of the Chinese General Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, and Lin Chuqin, Chairman of the Chinese General Chamber of Commerce in Thailand.
** Cui Shichang: Discuss and build a Chinese business community
Cui Shichang, President of the Macau Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, pointed out that he led all the directors and said in his speech on the stage: I sincerely invite all Chinese entrepreneurs from around the world to come to Macau from November 2 to 4 next year to participate in the 18th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention, to talk about friendship, seek development, and jointly contribute to the construction of a community with a shared future for mankind.
He said that the association will take "joint consultation and joint construction of a community of shared destiny for Chinese businessmen" as its theme, take joint consultation and joint construction as an important starting point, gather the wisdom of Chinese businessmen, and make suggestions for further promoting the recovery of the world economy.
The conference also held a flag handover ceremony afterwards, symbolizing that the right to host the next conference will be taken over by the Macau Chinese Chamber of Commerce. The Macau delegation also presented wonderful cultural performances.
