BEIJING, SEPTEMBER 19, ARMENPRESS. From September 3rd to 16th, the Seminar on Addressing Climate Change and Green Development under the Global Development Initiative was held in Beijing, organized by the Academy for International Business Officials (AIBO). AIBO is an educational and training institution directly under the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China. Representatives from various countries, including Armenia, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Laos and other countries were invited to participate.
During the opening ceremony, participants were welcomed by the Director of the Executive Department of China-aid Training Programs Ms. Duan Weihua, and the Armenian delegate delivered an opening speech.
Throughout the 14-day visit, participants had the opportunity to witness China's practical experience in addressing climate change and promoting green development. The seminar featured lectures and site visits, allowing participants to observe China's practices firsthand. They visited LONGi, the largest solar technology company in China, International Bamboo and Rattan center, as well as the National Meteorological Center.
The participants closely observed China's green development strategy, which includes the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 and peaking carbon emissions before 2030. Discussions were held on how other developing countries can benefit from China's experience and how they can implement similar progress in their own contexts.
In addition, the delegates had the opportunity to experience Chinese culture. They visited the Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s Mausoleum in Xi’an and the Great Wall of China.