Call is made for more activities in public welfare

Charity sector leaders called on international companies to be more involved in socially responsible activities, before expanding their presence in countries and regions related to the Belt and Road Initiative.

"The public welfare undertakings by companies in foreign economies can not only promote their own business, but also create a good image of China and deliver the goodwill of Chinese people," said Chen Hongtao, vice-chairman of the China Foundation for Poverty Alleviation (CFPA).

"Enterprises cannot develop abroad without the support of local residents and charitable activities helping us integrate into local society," said Yuan Zhixiong, general manager of the Nepal Branch under China Gezhouba (Group) Corp.