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Chinese Premier Li Zhang has emphasized that openness and cooperation remain the most effective way to spur economic growth,
stabilize supply chains, and drive technological upgrading.
He made a remark during a 1-plus-10 dialogue in Beijing,
with leaders of major international economic organizations,
including the World Trade Organization, the World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund.
Premier Li Qiang called for greater market access,
opposition to the politicization of trade and deeper collaboration in innovation to foster new drivers of growth.
He added that China's newly adopted recommendations for the country's next five-year plan will support steady economic momentum and unleash greater market potential.
Attending leaders have acknowledged China's sustained growth model and commitment to multilateralism,
saying they look forward to expanding cooperation with China in areas such as trade,
green development, artificial intelligence, and financial stability.
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