Xi hails role of CIFTIS as key platform

President sends congratulatory letter to international service trade fair in Beijing

President Xi Jinping reaffirmed on Wednesday China's commitment to working with different nations in practicing true multilateralism and jointly promoting the growth of a service economy that is open and ensures shared benefits.

In a letter to congratulate the opening of the 2022 China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing, Xi said the nation stands ready to make joint efforts with different countries in upholding inclusiveness and win-win cooperation to inject impetus into the recovery of the global economy.

He highlighted the fair as a key platform for China to expand opening-up, deepen cooperation and lead the way for innovation, saying that it has made positive contributions to the growth of the global services sector and trade in services.