STORY: French business executive confident in China's growth prospects
SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage
DATELINE: June 29, 2024
LENGTH: 0:01:44
LOCATION: WUXI, China
CATEGORY: ECONOMY

SHOTLIST:
1. various of China
2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): OLIVIER CHAUDET, CEO of Legrand China

STORYLINE:

Olivier Chaudet, CEO of Legrand China, has witnessed China's remarkable development during his 30 years in the country.

SOUNDBITE (Chinese): OLIVIER CHAUDET, CEO of Legrand China 
"I'm French, and after 30 years here, I love China for many reasons. Firstly, the people are very warm-hearted. In China, I discovered a deeper culture and history which I greatly admire.
I have been in China for 30 years, and I have personally felt and witnessed the country's overall development, including societal progress. I've traveled extensively within China, and what impresses me most is the development. I can say I have a small voice in this matter, having experienced and observed the comprehensive development of China. From various perspectives, whether it be the significant breakthroughs on a macro level, such as poverty alleviation, or China's GDP, which needs no further mention. Societal development is not just about economic growth. It's also about fostering optimism and a positive mindset among the people. Coming from France, I see boundless possibilities in China. This is why I have stayed in China for so many years.
Why do I have confidence in China's future? The work environment, whether in Wuxi or elsewhere, is highly efficient compared to many other countries. We have had a factory in Wuxi for over 20 years, and it has consistently performed well. We continuously invest in and improve it, which is kind of a testament. Wuxi is quite an open city and welcomes investments from foreign enterprises."

Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Wuxi, China.
(XHTV)