The recent China-California Business Forum, held in Los Angeles on Monday, brought together nearly 500 participants from both China and the United States. This significant gathering, which included government officials and business leaders, was aimed at fostering economic and trade cooperation, as well as enhancing people-to-people exchanges between Chinese provinces and California, the most populous and economically robust state in the US.

During the forum, Chinese Consul General in Los Angeles, Guo Shaochun, emphasized the importance of the event as a platform for strengthening communications and expanding business opportunities. Guo noted that the forum aims to instill confidence and momentum in local-level cooperation between the two nations, promoting the stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-US relations.

Guo underscored the mutually beneficial nature of the economic and trade relations between China and the US, asserting that enhancing cooperation across all sectors serves the fundamental interests of both parties. This sentiment reflects a broader commitment to work together in a spirit of partnership.

In her keynote address, Dilpreet Sidhu, Deputy Mayor of Los Angeles, highlighted the importance of collaboration with China across various sectors, including trade, tourism, climate change, education, and sports. She reaffirmed the city’s dedication to nurturing long-term cooperative relations with Chinese partners.

Addressing environmental concerns, Secretary of the California State Transportation Agency Toks Omishakin pointed to the potential for collaborative efforts between California and China in climate action. He stressed the need for increased cooperation in areas such as green transportation and the joint development of new technologies.

The forum's guest province this year, East China's Fujian Province, has previously established fruitful partnerships with California. During the event, representatives from both sides signed a number of collaborative project agreements, further solidifying their connection.

Wang Jinfu, Vice Governor of Fujian Province, urged attendees to enhance economic and trade synergy, expand mutually beneficial cooperation, and promote joint initiatives in green and low-carbon development. He also called for deeper cultural interactions and closer people-to-people connectivity.