Fujian, China – A high-level seminar hosted by the International Economic Cooperation Center of Fujian Province is underway this week, gathering participants from six Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) countries to examine China’s approaches to investment attraction and business climate reform.
Delegates from Egypt, Guyana, Namibia, Nigeria, Uzbekistan, and South Africa are taking part in the “Seminar on Capacity Enhancement in Investment Attraction for BRI Countries”, which runs in Fujian, the core zone of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road. The programme combines lectures, workshops, and exchanges with local institutions to share China’s experience in fostering a world-class business environment.
Case study on business environment requirements
One of the seminar’s featured lectures, titled “Case Study: Business Environment Requirements for China’s Expansion of Trade and Investment”, explored how policy reforms and sectoral strategies have supported China’s economic growth and global integration.
The lecture underlined that a sound business environment requires reliable infrastructure, efficient administration, and forward-looking policies to encourage both domestic and foreign investment. China’s experience shows that reforms in these areas have been essential for expanding trade links and attracting capital.
Energy security and renewable power
A major theme of the case study was energy security. The lecture highlighted how China’s rapid expansion of renewable energy capacity has helped ensure a stable supply of power to industry and households alike. This emphasis on clean and reliable energy was presented as a critical factor in strengthening investor confidence and sustaining long-term economic growth.
Industrial upgrading through new energy vehicles
The seminar also examined how supportive business conditions have enabled new sectors to flourish. The new energy vehicle industry was cited as an example of how policy incentives, infrastructure development, and consumer demand can drive industrial upgrading. The rise of electric vehicle production, including the entry of companies from the technology sector, reflects the adaptability of China’s investment environment to emerging industries.
Cross-border e-commerce and digital opportunities
Digital trade was another focus of the lecture. China’s development of cross-border e-commerce platforms and logistics networks has expanded market access for small and medium-sized enterprises, while also opening new channels for international cooperation. According to the case study, this digital ecosystem illustrates how regulatory reforms and innovation can strengthen trade competitiveness.
Learning from Fujian’s local practices
The lecture further drew on Fujian’s “Fuzhou Experience” as a case study in combining streamlined government services with proactive investment promotion. Local institutions such as the Fuzhou Administration Service Center are being presented to delegates as examples of how administrative efficiency can support wider economic goals.
Shared lessons for BRI partners
Seminar organisers emphasised that China’s case study is not a blueprint, but rather a set of lessons that BRI countries can adapt to their own national contexts. By focusing on renewable energy, industrial upgrading, and digital commerce, the session highlighted pathways for building resilient economies and attracting sustainable investment.
The seminar forms part of China’s wider effort to strengthen cooperation with Belt and Road partners through systematic learning, exchange, and capacity building. For participating nations, the case study offers practical insights into how the right business environment can unlock trade opportunities and foster shared growth.
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