Chongqing - The "Stories of the CPC" Chongqing Thematic Seminar, held from April 20 to 22, showcased the city’s economic dynamism and international appeal.
On the afternoon of April 20, a delegation of business leaders from Europe and the Americas visited the Seres Super Factory in Chongqing’s Liangjiang New Area, attended a session with local officials, and later witnessed a dazzling drone performance.
During the factory tour, Victor Cadena, Executive Vice President of the Mexico Chamber of Commerce in China, experienced the comfort of AITO vehicles firsthand. He highlighted the robust trade ties between China and Mexico, noting over 50 years of diplomatic relations and two decades of China being Mexico's second-largest trading partner. "Chongqing is a very important city for us indeed. The largest investor from Latin America in Chongqing is Mexico...There is also a lot of trade in other industries, like motorcycles, electrical components, food and beverage, and others," Cadena remarked. He emphasized that "tariff policies" would not hinder bilateral trade, reaffirming Mexico's long-term commitment to the Chinese market.
Victor Cadena, Executive Vice President of the Mexico Chamber of Commerce in China, in AITO vehicles. (Photo/Deng Nan)
Following the introduction of the social and economic development of Liangjiang New Area by the Investment Promotion Group, Paolo Bazzoni, Vice President of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce, praised Chongqing's steady GDP growth and strategic advantages. Because of the low cost of living, support from local government, and friendly environment, "Chongqing is now probably in this particular moment the best place to land, to invest and try to do business in China," he stated.
Paolo Bazzoni, Vice President of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce, delivered a speech at the session. (Photo/Deng Nan)
The evening's drone spectacle left a lasting impression on Chris Torrens, Vice-chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce in China, who called it "impressive...a great showcase for Chongqing's chronological development." A Chinese-speaking veteran with nearly two decades of experience in China, Torrens highlighted the positive steps from frequent high-level exchanges between the Chinese and British governments and enterprises. "I can't predict what will happen globally, but I know the UK-China relationship will get stronger," he said, adding that the chamber hopes to deepen collaboration with Chongqing across sectors like education, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing, and more, where many UK firms already operate.
Chris Torrens, Vice-chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce in China, enjoyed the evening’s drone show. (Photo/Deng Nan)
The event underscored Chongqing's rising profile as a gateway for international business, blending industrial innovation with open policies to attract global partners.