The two-day China Development Forum 2025, which concluded in Beijing on Monday, has once again demonstrated China's commitment to fostering a stable and open business environment as the world navigates economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions.

The top executives of global multinationals attending the forum praised China's unwavering openness, saying it will accelerate new industrialization, sustainable growth and digital innovation. They pointed to China's increasing technological prowess and market-driven efficiency as key factors generating fresh prospects for international enterprises. These reflect their view that China is still an attractive investment destination.

Ministry of Commerce data show that 7,574 foreign-invested enterprises were established in China in the first two months of 2025, representing year-on-year growth of 5.8 percent. Meanwhile, foreign-invested businesses in China saw their export value grow 6.9 percent year-on-year to 1.08 trillion yuan ($148.78 billion), according to the General Administration of Customs.

Development remains the ultimate driver of economic prosperity, the foundation of human well-being and the most powerful remedy for global tensions.

While some nations remain trapped in a counterproductive zero-sum game, China has chosen the path of bridge-building and inclusive progress. China extends a genuine invitation to the world — cooperation over confrontation, shared growth over isolation and collective prosperity over narrow self-interest.

This approach offers a practical way out of today's economic stagnation. Where others see walls, China builds connections; where some promote decoupling, China advocates collaboration. In doing so, it reaffirms that the future of global growth lies not in fragmentation, but in unlocking development opportunities for all.

China remains steadfast in advancing an inclusive, mutually beneficial open world economy. This commitment underscores its responsible global leadership while delivering stabilizing forces and strategic impetus to international economic development.

China's economic trajectory remains one of the most compelling stories of the 21st century. By deepening reforms and expanding high-standard opening-up, it is continuously offering opportunities for global enterprises. China's steady hand and inclusive policies provide a much-needed anchor for global growth. The world should take note — those who engage, rather than retreat, will reap the rewards of this dynamic market.

- Zhang Xi, China Daily