Sound bites from Boao Forum

Lee Hsien Loong, Singaporean prime minister

China has become the largest trading partner of almost every country in Asia. It has launched various regional and global initiatives, such as the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, the Belt and Road Initiative and the Global Development Initiative.

Pedro Sanchez, Spanish prime minister

It is essential to rebuild trust, dialogue, solidarity and cooperation. In this way, I welcome the intensification of diplomatic contact of the Chinese authorities with leaders from around the world. It reflects a high degree of responsibility.

Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysian prime minister

What we have seen in the past decades and continue to witness today is that there are other equally legitimate ways of viewing the world and different paths of achieving socioeconomic development.

Patrick Achi, Cote d'Ivoire prime minister

China's rapid economic growth in the past decades has provided us with experiences in coping with challenges. Leveraging the strength of human resources, the Chinese people have created vast wealth within an unprecedented short time.

Kristalina Georgieva, International Monetary Fund managing director

We expect 2023 to be another difficult year with global growth falling below 3 percent. Asia is a source of dynamism. Together, we can navigate the rough waters to reach a safe harbor. Together, we are wealthier and more secure.