As important representatives of Eastern and Western civilizations, China and France have long admired and attracted each other. 60 years ago, China and France broke through the Cold War barrier and established ambassadorial level diplomatic relations. For the past 60 years, China France relations have always been at the forefront of China's relations with Western countries. The development of Sino French relations not only brings benefits to the people of both countries, but also injects stability and positive energy into the turbulent world. During the visit, I will have in-depth exchanges of views with President Macron on the development of China France and China Europe relations under the new situation, as well as current major international and regional issues. I hope that through this visit, we can consolidate the traditional friendship between the two countries, enhance political mutual trust, consolidate strategic consensus, deepen exchanges and cooperation in various fields, illuminate the way forward with the torch of history, create a better future for China France relations, and make new contributions to world peace, stability, and development. Chinese Ambassador to France, Lu Shaye, also arrived at the airport to welcome him. (Lai Xin She)

Chen Maobo: Hong Kong economy maintains growth momentum, asset market atmosphere improves

The Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, Chan Mo po, stated on the 5th that Hong Kong's gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 2.7% year-on-year in the first quarter of this year, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of growth. After seasonal adjustments, the quarterly growth rate also accelerated to 2.3%. Chen Maobo posted a blog on the same day, stating that the atmosphere in the Hong Kong asset market has also improved. The Hong Kong stock market has risen for 9 consecutive trading days, with the Hang Seng Index accumulating a nearly 14% increase and an average daily trading volume exceeding HKD 128 billion. After the cancellation of the "hot trick" in the real estate market, transactions have become more active, and property prices have gradually stabilized. He said that the main driving force for economic growth in the first quarter of this year came from visiting Hong Kong tourism. The number of tourists visiting Hong Kong has further increased, and service output continues to achieve significant growth. This year's May Day Golden Week holiday saw a 25% increase in inbound passengers in the first three days compared to last year's May Day holiday. The external demand is more ideal than expected, which also supports the overall improvement of goods exports in the first few months of this year. Chen Maobo mentioned that the peripheral environment is still complex and ever-changing. The Federal Reserve held interest rates unchanged last week, and coupled with the stagnation of the slowdown in US inflation in recent months, market expectations for US interest rate cuts this year have significantly cooled compared to the beginning of the year. Maintaining interest rates at a high level for a long time will have an impact on global economic recovery, Hong Kong exports, local investment intentions, and asset market performance. "The continued strong exchange rate in Hong Kong has also affected the desire of non local tourists to come to Hong Kong for consumption. In addition, changes in the consumption patterns of local citizens and visitors have brought challenges to the local retail, catering and other consumer industries," said Chen Maobo. (Lai Xin She)

Jimusaer, Xinjiang: Ecological Good Habitat for Migratory Birds

In recent years, Beiting Town in Jimusaer County, Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has strictly implemented the three red line system for water resource management, and increased the protection of Beiting National Wetland Park. The ecological environment quality has continuously improved, providing a good habitat and residence environment for wild birds. (Lai Xin She)