On October 29, 2024, the 10th Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting of Solidarity with Cuba was held in Beijing , bringing together 70 delegates from 16 countries/regions, including Cuba and nations across the Asia-Pacific. Yuan Mindao, Vice President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC); Sun Yi, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Latin American and Caribbean Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Fernando González Llort, President of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples, attended and delivered speeches at the opening ceremony. Alberto Blanco Silva, Cuban Ambassador to China, also participated in the event.Yuan Mindao highlighted that Cuba is the first country in the Western Hemisphere to establish diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China. Thanks to the nurturing of generations of leaders and the joint efforts of people from various sectors in both countries, China-Cuba relations have grown stronger and flourished. He reaffirmed China's firm support for the Cuban people in their just struggle to defend sovereignty and oppose external interference and blockades. Yuan expressed the CPAFFC's readiness to work with all sectors in Cuba to sustain, strengthen, and further develop the special bond between China and Cuba, promote solidarity and collaboration, uphold fairness and justice, and jointly address global challenges, striving for steady progress in building a China-Cuba community with a shared future.Sun Yi emphasized that the world today has become a community with a shared future, where humanity's survival depends on collective efforts. He criticized the Cold War mentality and confrontational approaches as contrary to the trend of history, fairness, and the will of the people. Sun reiterated China's consistent opposition to the U.S. embargo and sanctions against Cuba and called on all parties at the conference to unite under the banner of multilateralism, strengthen solidarity within the Global South, and uphold international fairness and justice.Fernando González Llort expressed heartfelt gratitude on behalf of Cuba to the Asia-Pacific nations for their unwavering support in resisting the embargo. He emphasized that defending national sovereignty and world peace remains a top priority for all nations. He also praised President Xi Jinping's vision of building a community with a shared future for mankind, describing it as both significant and aligned with the spirit of the times. González expressed Cuba's commitment to leveraging this meeting to promote a more peaceful, secure, and prosperous world.The Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting of Solidarity with Cuba is a regular multilateral project organized by the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples, in collaboration with organizations for friendship with Cuba in Asia-Pacific countries. Its objective is to unite the peoples of Asia-Pacific countries to support Cuba in opposing the embargo and actively win the support of the international community for Cuba.

On October 28, 2024, Shen Xin, Vice President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC), met with Michaël Delafosse, Mayor of Montpellier, France, and his delegation at the CPAFFC.Shen Xin conveyed CPAFFC President Yang Wanming's greetings to Mayor Delafosse and expressed appreciation for Montpellier's active engagement with China over the years in areas such as the economy, healthcare, culture, and sports. He particularly highlighted the fruitful exchanges between Montpellier and Chengdu, the first pair of sister cities between France and China, which have significantly contributed to fostering cooperation between localities in both countries. Shen reaffirmed the CPAFFC's commitment to building more bridges for people-to-people exchanges, practical cooperation, cultural interactions, and youth friendship. He expressed the CPAFFC's willingness to collaborate actively with Montpellier to bring the two peoples closer and ensure the steady growth of China-France relations.Mayor Delafosse highly commended the CPAFFC for its outstanding contributions to promoting subnational pragmatic cooperation and the development of sister city relationships. He remarked on the vitality and potential of China-France exchanges, which he witnessed firsthand during his visit to China. As Mayor of Montpellier and President of the Cites Unis France, Delafosse expressed his commitment to working with the CPAFFC to deepen subnational cooperation between China and France, aiming for more practical and fruitful outcomes.

On October 29, the 2024 Forum on Lancang-Mekong Local Government Cooperation and Dialogue Between Historic and Cultural Cities of Lancang-Mekong Countries was held in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province. The event was hosted by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and organized by the Zhejiang Provincial People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries. Approximately 160 attendees participated. On the Chinese side, attendees included Lu Shan, Vice Governor of Zhejiang Province; Sun Xueqing, Secretary-General of the CPAFFC; and heads of 33 local governments, foreign affairs offices and friendship associations. Also in attendance were M.R. Chirakom Kitiyakara, Honorary President of the Thai-Chinese Relations Association; Kim Pinun, Under Secretary of State, Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts of Cambodia; Ly Sary, Deputy Governor of Siem Reap Provincial Administration, Cambodia; Bounleum Manivong, Deputy Governor of Luang Prabang, Laos; Wantanee Wattana, Permanent Secretary for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, Thailand; Be Thanh Tinh, Member of the Standing Committee of the Cao Bang Provincial Committee and Director of the Cao Bang Provincial Education Department of Vietnam, and other representatives of 18 local governments, cultural organizations and chambers of commerce of the Mekong countries.Lu Shan, Vice Governor of Zhejiang Province, welcomed the participants and provided an overview of Zhejiang's comprehensive economic and social transformation, driven by the province's "Eight Advantages and Eight Measures" strategy. He highlighted the fruitful outcomes of Zhejiang's exchanges and cooperation with the five Mekong countries in areas such as trade, investment, education, science and technology, and cultural tourism. Lu expressed his hope to further deepen these collaborations, contributing to the building of a community with a shared future for mankind and advancing modernization efforts together.Sun Xueqing, Secretary-General of the CPAFFC, noted that the six Lancang-Mekong countries are natural partners, eternal friendly neighbors, and all developing nations. Since the launch of the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) mechanism, the six countries have upheld the Lancang-Mekong spirit, pursuing mutual benefit and common development while achieving significant outcomes in various fields. All six countries in the Lancang-Mekong region are advancing the building of a community with a shared future, on either a bilateral or a multilateral basis, writing a new chapter of friendship and people-to-people exchanges. Sun emphasized that 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the LMC initiative, and the CPAFFC stands ready to work with all parties to implement the consensus of the Fourth LMC Leaders' Meeting and the Ninth LMC Foreign Ministers' Meeting. He called for further efforts to deepen strategic mutual trust, promote pragmatic cooperation, and strengthen public support to advance the building of a community with a shared future for Lancang-Mekong countries.Kim Pinun remarked that the LMC serves as an important comprehensive sub-regional cooperation platform, facilitating exchanges and collaboration in economy, trade, culture, science and technology, education, and healthcare among the Lancang-Mekong countries. Looking ahead, he called for sustained efforts to strengthen mutual trust and deepen cooperation, ensuring greater benefits for the people in the region.Wantanee Wattana praised the Lancang-Mekong region's rich history and diverse cultures, emphasizing the shared mission of carrying forward the Lancang-Mekong spirit, consolidate the foundation for cooperation, and jointly addressing challenges. She expressed Bangkok's commitment to deepening the LMC, which she believes will support regional prosperity and contribute to peace and stability both within the region and globally.Under the theme of "Carry Forward the Lancang-Mekong Spirit and Build a Community with a Shared Future", 24 representatives from local governments from different countries held extensive and in-depth exchanges on a wide range of topics while taking in account their local development experiences, achievements of cooperation between sister cities and unique advantages and resources. The topics included "Building Consensus on Development and Drawing a Better Blueprint", "Leveraging Local Advantages and Promoting Practical Cooperation", and "Deepening Mutual Learning among Civilizations and Promoting People-to-People Exchanges". They also explored possibilities for pragmatic cooperation, made proposals on enriching cooperation among local governments in the Lancang-Mekong region and bolstering mutual learning among civilizations, and reached broad consensus.Participants agreed that the Forum on Lancang-Mekong Local Government Cooperation and Dialogue Between Historic and Cultural Cities of Lancang-Mekong Countries has served as a valuable platform for the countries in the basin to enhance mutual trust, strengthen cooperation, build consensus and create a better future. They expressed their commitment to carrying forward the Lancang-Mekong spirit, fostering people-to-people exchanges, aligning development priorities, and advancing the vision of cooperation. These efforts aim to bring people of the Lancang-Mekong countries closer to each other and make new contributions to the peace, stability, development, and prosperity of the region.As part of the Forum, international delegates from Mekong countries visited high-tech enterprises in Zhejiang to experience the new quality productive forces and the birthplace of the Two Mountains concept (lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets) to gain a deeper understanding of Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization.

On October 25, the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and the Embassy of Zambia in China jointly hosted a reception in Beijing to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Zambia and the 60th anniversary of Zambia's independence. Cai Dafeng, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), and Nelly Mutti, Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia, attended the reception and delivered speeches. Yan Dong, Vice President of the CPAFFC, and Iven Zyuulu, Ambassador of Zambia to China, also delivered welcome addresses. The event was attended by nearly 200 representatives from various sectors, including Chen Xiaodong, China's Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs; Zhou Xuewen, Member of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee of the National People's Congress; other senior Chinese officials; a delegation from the Zambian Parliament; Zambians living in China; and ambassadors from other African countries in China.Cai Dafeng highlighted that over the past 60 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the friendship between the two countries has stood the test of time, grown stronger, and remained full of vitality. Last September, the two countries elevated their relations to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership. This September, President Xi Jinping and President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia held a bilateral meeting, providing important strategic guidance for the future development of China-Zambia relations. Cai expressed his hope that visionaries in both countries would seize the opportunity of this 60th anniversary to work together and contribute wisdom and strength to advancing China-Zambia relations, strengthening China-Africa ties, and building a China-Africa community with a shared future in the new era.Mutti noted that China is one of the first countries to recognize Zambia's independence. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1964, China has offered steadfast support to Zambia in key areas such as infrastructure, trade, healthcare, education, and technology transfer. With mutual respect, solidarity, and cooperation, bilateral relations between Zambia and China have flourished. Looking to the future, she expressed hope that the two nations would deepen cooperation in areas such as trade, technology, tourism, and education, working together to create a brighter and more prosperous future for their peoples based on mutual benefit and mutual respect.The reception featured performances by young Chinese artists, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere.

On October 19, Yuan Mindao, Vice President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC), met with a delegation of friendly individuals from four prefectures within the consular district of the Consulate-General of China in Niigata at the CPAFFC. The delegation was led by Kokubun Kenichi, Vice President of the Fukushima Prefecture Japan-China Friendship Association.Yuan Mindao noted that China and Japan are important, close neighbors separated by a narrow strip of water. Over the past five decades since the normalization of diplomatic relations in 1972, the two countries have achieved significant progress in friendly exchanges and cooperation across various fields, delivering tangible benefits to the two countries and their peoples. He expressed his gratitude to the representatives of Japan-China friendship organizations from Niigata, Fukushima, Miyagi and Yamagata prefectures for their long-standing dedication to fostering China-Japan friendly exchanges and cooperation, as well as their invaluable contributions to China-Japan friendship. Yuan expressed hope to continue working closely with these organizations and other like-minded individuals in Japan to further enhance the bonds between the two countries.Kokubun Kenichi expressed gratitude for the invitation extended by the Consulate-General of China in Niigat. He stated that the delegation aimed to gain deeper insights into China's latest achievements in economic and social development and to apply these learnings to their future endeavors in promoting Japan-China friendship. He emphasized their commitment to advancing diverse fields of friendly exchanges and cooperation between the four prefectures and China.Representatives of friendly individuals from the four prefectures introduced themselves and shared updates on the state of Japan-China friendly exchanges in their respective regions.Zhang Xiaoping, Deputy Director-General of the Department of East Asian Affairs, also attended the meeting.

On October 19, the 14th China-Japan-Republic of Korea (ROK) International Exchange Exhibition of Youth Calligraphy and Painting, co-hosted by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and relevant friendly organizations and institutions in Japan and ROK, kicked off in Chengdu, the capital of Southwest China's Sichuan Province.Since 2011, the China-Japan-ROK International Exchange Exhibition of Youth Calligraphy and Painting has been held annually, rotating among China, Japan and the ROK. The Exhibition serves as an vital platform for young people from the three countries to showcase their talents, exchange ideas, and forge friendships through the art of painting and calligraphy.This year's exhibition, themed "A Hundred Flowers Blossoming Toward a Brighter Future", features more than 200 representative works by young artists from the three countries. The Exhibition will be on display at the International Friendship Pavilion of the International Horticultural Exhibition 2024 Chengdu until October 28, after which it will tour various districts and counties under Chengdu.

On October 19, 2024, the 2nd China-Europe-Africa Green Energy Development Forum, co-hosted by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and the China-EU Association, convened in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province. Themed "Collaborate on Green Energy and Join Hands to Address Global Climate Change", the forum brought together prominent figures and industry leaders. Liu Qibao, Vice Chairman of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and President of the China-EU Association; Zhang Zhenfeng, Vice Governor of the People's Government of Zhejiang Province and Secretary of Wenzhou Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China; and Salaheddine Mezouar, former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Morocco, attended and delivered speeches at the opening ceremony. Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, former Prime Minister of Spain, addressed the Forum via video message.In his speech, Liu Qibao emphasized the shared interests and vast potential for cooperation among China, Europe and Africa in the green transition. He underscored that trilateral collaboration in green energy not only contributes to tackling global climate change and achieving sustainable development but also injects stability and predictability into an increasingly uncertain world. Liu called for the three sides to unite in addressing climate challenges, pursuing green development, strengthening industrial cooperation, and expanding green energy initiatives. He also highlighted the importance of mutual benefits, maintaining an open market environment, and ensuring the stability of global energy supply and industrial chains as key steps toward meaningful contributions to global climate governance.Zapatero, in his video address, remarked, "A China-Europe-Africa partnership can serve as a quintessential example of the 21st century, offering policy guidance and fostering the vision of a united community with a shared future for mankind. Green energy has the potential to drive economy growth, eliminate poverty, reduce inequality, and promote a cooperative economic model."Mezouar congratulated the forum's success and stressed the urgency of global challenges that demand stronger international solidarity. He referenced the 2024 Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), where China proposed ten partnership actions for modernization over the next three years, including initiatives for green development. Mezouar emphasized the importance of the  China-Europe-Africa trilateral cooperation initiative in bridging the technological gap between developed and developing nations.Nearly 200 industry representatives from China, Europe and Africa engaged in discussions on topics such as "Review and Outlook of China-Europe-Africa New Energy Cooperation", "Internal Forces Driving China-Europe-Africa New Energy Cooperation", "Opportunities for China-Europe-Africa Green Energy Cooperation", and "Building a China-Europe-Africa Partnership of Green Finance". Participants broadly agreed that the unprecedented opportunities for China-Europe-Africa cooperation in green energy would significantly contribute to the growth and prosperity of the global green energy industry.

On October 18, Yan Dong, Vice President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC), met with and hosted a dinner for a delegation led by Xie Yongde, President of the Singapore China Association, at the CPAFFC.Yan Dong welcomed Xie's participation in the China International Friendship Conference and Events Marking the 70th Anniversary of the CPAFFC, as well as his delegation's visit to Xinjiang. He commended Xie for his decades-long dedication to enhancing understanding and mutual trust between the people of China and Singapore. Yan expressed his commitment to further deepening cooperation with the Singapore China Association, aiming to strengthen contributions to mutual learning between Chinese and Singaporean civilizations and promoting people-to-people exchanges.Xie congratulated CPAFFC on its 70th anniversary and expressed his eagerness to work with the CPAFFC to enhance the Singaporean's understanding of China and deepen the friendship between the two peoples.The two sides also held in-depth discussions on future cooperation and people-to-people exchanges. Zhu Dan, Director-General of the Department of Cultural Exchange, CPAFFC, was present during the meeting.

On October 16, Yuan Mindao, Vice President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC), met with a delegation from the Japan-China Friendship Association of Nagano Prefecture, led by its President, Nishibori Shoji, in Beijing .Yuan commended the Japan-China Friendship Association of Nagano Prefecture's long-term commitment to China-Japan friendship and its great efforts and positive contributions to promoting friendly exchanges between the two nations, particularly the close ties between Nagano Prefecture and Hebei Province. He emphasized the importance and willingness of collaboration with like-minded individuals from various sectors in Japan to vigorously promote friendly exchanges and cooperation between China and Japan, including people-to-people and sub-national exchanges, to leverage people's efforts for the steady and sustainable growth of China-Japan relations.Nishibori Shoji expressed his gratitude to the CPAFFC for the invitation to participate in events marking the 70th anniversary of the CPAFFC. He reaffirmed his dedication to the cause of Japan-China friendship and pledged to continue his efforts to strengthen bilateral ties, regardless of the challenges or setbacks that may arise in the future.

On October 17, 2024, Yan Dong, Vice President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC), met with Tahir Farooq, Editor-in-Chief at Pakistan's Daily Ittehad Media Group, at the CPAFFC.Yan Dong welcomed Tahir Farooq's visit to China at the invitation of the CPAFFC and his participation in the China International Friendship Conference and Events Marking the 70th Anniversary of the CPAFFC. He acknowledged the Farooq family's long-standing and tireless contributions to fostering understanding and mutual trust between the Chinese and Pakistani people. Yan also highlighted President Xi Jinping's significant speech during his group meeting with foreign guests, which outlined the path forward for strengthening the people-to-people friendship between China and the world. Yan expressed the CPAFFC's readiness to work with the Pakistani side to carry forward the traditional friendship between the two nations, promote people-to-people exchanges, and deepen pragmatic cooperation under the strategic guidance of the leaders of the two countries.Tahir Farooq extended his heartfelt congratulations on the 70th anniversary of the CPAFFC and highly praised the unique role played by the CPAFFC in advocating the idea that people around the world are of the same family. He also expressed his willingness to cooperate with the CPAFFC to leverage the influence of the Daily Ittehad Media Group and the Farooq family in Pakistan. He emphasized their commitment to presenting an authentic and friendly image of China to the Pakistani people, thereby fostering enduring ties between the two nations.The two sides exchanged views on enhancing media cooperation and youth exchanges. Moiz Farooq, Executive Editor of Daily Ittehad Media Group, and Qing Boming, Deputy Director-General of the CPAFFC Cultural Exchange Department, also attended the meeting.