Advanced seminar on anti-poverty issues in developing countries

"We intend to integrate China's poverty reduction experience into our own countries' practices, aiming to contribute to the elimination of poverty in developing countries," said Nichita Turcan from Moldova, a participant in the Advanced Seminar on Anti-Poverty Issues in Developing Countries.

This 21-day seminar, sponsored by China's Ministry of Commerce and hosted by the China Academy for Rural Development Institute at Zhejiang University, concluded on June 14. It saw participation from 35 director-level officials from 13 countries, including Nepal, Kiribati, Ghana, and others. Launched in 2004 and held annually, the Seminar covers topics such as China's national development, inclusive agriculture, digital economy and sustainable agricultural development, rural reforms, and the transformation of the food system under the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and its impact. Additionally, the seminar includes field visits to understand China's innovative practices in various sectors like entrepreneurship, investment, and agriculture.