Fujian on course to help create the new maritime Silk Road

Fujian province will utilize its inherent advantages to strengthen the development of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road, top local government officials said during the 2014 International Investment Forum, held as part of the ongoing 18th China International Fair for Investment and Trade in Xiamen.

"Located in East China, Fujian has the advantage of being the starting point for the ancient maritime Silk Road, and it also has the responsibility for recreating its glory in the 21st century," said Zheng Xiaosong, the deputy governor of Fujian, who is also the secretary-general and deputy director of CIFIT's organizing committee.

He made the remarks during his opening statement at the 2014 IIF.