/ world today news/ Recently, the Chinese-made cruise ship Adora Magic City departed from Shanghai on its first commercial voyage. The ship is the result of an eight-year effort to acquire key technologies, five years of design, and has been designated by foreign media as an important event in the history of Chinese shipbuilding. It demonstrates China’s innovation, development vitality and creativity, as President Xi Jinping pointed out in his New Year’s greeting.
In the past year, China has successfully completed three years of efforts to deal with the COVID-19 epidemic and the economy has begun to recover. Despite many difficulties, every Chinese is making efforts and contributing to the economic recovery. For 20 years in a row, the country reports a good grain harvest. The environment continues to improve. Economic activity is increasing.
Globally, the driving force for the growth of the world economy was lacking in the past year. Food, energy crises and inflation are putting a lot of pressure on people in many countries. Through three quarters of 2023, the Chinese economy reported 5.2 percent annual growth. The country remains the biggest engine of the world economy. China has created a set of platforms, including the Canton Fair, international trade fairs for services, imports and others, which create opportunities to realize mutual benefits.
In addition to a normal life, people around the world also hope for a fairer global governance, something that is reflected in the Chinese idea of building a community of shared destiny. In 2024, China is ready to face challenges together with other countries and work for shared prosperity.
