China attaches great importance to and is confident about cooperation among China, Japan and the Republic of Korea (ROK), Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said when attending Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's meeting with foreign ministers from the three neighboring countries in Tokyo on Friday.
Wang said that China-Japan-ROK cooperation started early, achieved many results and has great potential, and has played an important role in enhancing mutual understanding and mutually beneficial cooperation among them.
There is a saying in all three countries that goes "A nearby neighbor is better than a distant relative," Wang said, adding that in the face of a world which is becoming increasingly unstable and uncertain, the proverb, full of oriental wisdom, highlights the significance of their cooperation.
As long as China-Japan-ROK relations develop further and their cooperation deepens further, regional peace and stability will be further guaranteed, and countries in the region will be better able to respond to various external challenges, Wang said.
Noting this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the global war against fascism, Wang underscored the importance of holding correct perceptions of history to better build the future.
Wang said China is willing to work with Japan and the ROK to establish a correct view of World War II history, uphold multilateralism, safeguard the core role of the United Nations in the international system, and continuously promote cooperation and make respective contributions to regional and world peace and prosperity.
China confident about China-Japan-ROK cooperation prospects in uncertain world: FM
China confident about China-Japan-ROK cooperation prospects in uncertain world: FM
China confident about China-Japan-ROK cooperation prospects in uncertain world: FM
The Chinese Grand Prix, a key stop in the Formula One World Championship, wrapped up in Shanghai on Sunday, with attendance reaching around 220,000 spectators, according to the event operator.
The Shanghai event marks the second race of the 24-race Formula One season. Since its debut in the Chinese metropolis in 2004, the F1 Chinese Grand Prix has become a globally recognized sporting event and a significant highlight on the city's sports calendar. As this year coincides with the 75th anniversary of F1, the event drew massive interest.
Outside the event venue, a 32,000-square-meter area was transformed into a free, one-stop automotive culture experience for the public. The venue featured car displays, interactive zones, music stages, and food stalls, offering diverse activities for fans and families alike.
In addition, the Shanghai Jiading District, where the race venue is located, also holds the Shanghai Automobile Culture Festival simultaneously, introducing themed tourism routes and promotional packages combining race tickets with hotelstays and local attractions.
"During the F1 Chinese Grand Prix this year, spending on dining, accommodation, transportation, and entertainment reached a new high. The occupancy rate of major mid-to-high-end hotels in Jiading averaged over 95 percent," said Jin Fen, Deputy Director of the Jiading District Culture and Tourism Bureau.
According to event organizers, 10 percent of the spectators were international visitors, 20 percent were locals of Shanghai, and 70 percent traveled from across China.
"I've been in China (for) two months. I was traveling around. I love it. Shanghai is amazing," said a Russian visitor.
"I come from Jingdezhen City in Jiangxi Province. I've been watching the games for three days," said a Chinese boy.
"I arrived on Friday [to] visit the city, visiting several places like Zhujiajiao, Suzhou and the center of Shanghai," said a visitor from Italy.
Yang Yibin, chairman of the F1 Chinese Grand Prix operating team, highlighted the event's broader impact.
"The three-day event attracted approximately 220,000 spectators. Shanghai has established a coordinated mechanism integrating culture, sports, commerce, tourism, and exhibitions. For major events like this one, it is important to make good use of this mechanism to promote consumption and drive economic growth," he said.
F1 Chinese Grand Prix draws 220,000 spectators
