A great number of exhibitors in the clean energy field have forged new partnerships at the ongoing third China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) in Beijing to strengthen collaboration and drive clean energy initiatives forward.
Themed on "Connecting the World for a Shared Future," the expo, running from July 16 to 20, opened to the general public on Saturday.
An exhibitor from Kyrgyzstan was busy on Saturday, managing his booth and welcoming visitors and signing contracts with three Chinese companies.
"China's green technology is well-developed, so our partners from Kyrgyzstan have also been invited to participate in exhibitions like this," said an exhibitor from Kyrgyzstan.
Among the three companies that have signed contracts with the exhibitor at the expo, an energy firm from northwest China's Xinjiang region is next to its booth and frequently shared visitors.
"This is our first time at the exhibition, and in just three days, we have formed this strategic partnership," said Yang Jianfeng, an exhibitor from Xinjiang whose company has just signed a contract with the Kyrgyzstan firm.
In a booth showcasing a hydrogen production standard box, the cost of producing green hydrogen can be reduced from 30 to 50 yuan (4.2 to 7 U.S. dollars) per kilogram to 20 yuan (2.8 U.S. dollars) per kilogram, facilitating industrialization of the entire processing chain.
"The International Energy Agency predicts that this goal will be reached by 2030. However, with our technology, we expect to achieve it five years ahead of schedule," said Chen Xuesong, another exhibitor.
In just five days, more than 50 exhibitors showcased new technologies and products in this 12,000-square-meter clean energy exhibition area.
Participants shared innovative ideas and insights, gaining valuable experiences that revitalized the clean energy industry and enhanced its global connections.
Supply chain expo highlights clean energy cooperation
Thousands of demonstrators rallied in Italy and Greece on Saturday to protest against U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, with protesters in Rome, Milan and Athens condemning Washington's actions and calling for respect for Venezuelan sovereignty.
In Rome, more than 1,000 demonstrators marched toward the area near the U.S. Embassy, calling on Washington to immediately release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
Police blocked roads around the embassy to prevent protesters from approaching the building, but demonstrators continued to denounce U.S. actions.
"First of all, we oppose U.S. imperialist aggression. This kind of behavior is shameful. The U.S. is attacking a sovereign country, and as [U.S. President Donald] Trump himself has said, this is for oil interests," said protester Giovanni Barbera.
Saturday's rally marked the second large-scale protest in Rome this month against U.S. military operations in Venezuela, following an earlier one on on Jan 3.
Participants included members of multiple political parties, labor unions and social organizations. The protesters held banners reading "Stop imperialist interference" and "Free Maduro," urging the international community to respect Venezuela's sovereignty and the will of its people, and condemning the U.S. for violating international law.
"We are protesting the way the U.S. handles international politics. Since the events of January 3, we have seen violations of international law, and we are very concerned about how the global situation is developing," said protester Stefano De Angelis.
Organizers said solidarity rallies in support of Venezuela were held in 30 Italian cities on the same day.
Meanwhile, similar protests were also staged in Greece. About 200 people gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Athens, voicing support for Venezuela and opposition to U.S. military actions.
"We oppose U.S. imperialism and its attack on Venezuela. At the same time, the U.S. is also threatening Cuba, Mexico and Greenland. We must stand up against this behavior," said Greek protester Argiro Sirmakezi.
Protesters rally in Italy, Greece against U.S. military operation in Venezuela
