STORY: We must recognize that collaboration is key: Neil Bush
SHOOTING TIME: Sept. 20, 2024
DATELINE: Sept. 21, 2024
LENGTH: 00:02:45
LOCATION: HEFEI, China
CATEGORY: ECONOMY

SHOTLIST:
1. various of the 2024 World Manufacturing Convention
2. SOUNDBITE (English): NEIL BUSH, Chairman of George H.W. Bush Foundation for U.S.-China Relations

STORYLINE:

"We must recognize that collaboration is key," said Neil Bush, chairman of George H.W. Bush Foundation for U.S.-China Relations, when addressing the opening ceremony of the 2024 World Manufacturing Convention.

The 2024 World Manufacturing Convention opened Friday in Hefei, capital of east China's Anhui Province, highlighting the latest products and innovations in the manufacturing sector.
   
Themed "Intelligent Manufacturing for a Better Future," the four-day event boasts a total exhibition area of 20,000 square meters and includes exhibitions, forums and seminars.

SOUNDBITE (English): NEIL BUSH, Chairman of George H.W. Bush Foundation for U.S.-China Relations
"My father, President George H.W. Bush, often said that the United States-China bilateral relationship is the most important, the most consequential relationship in the world. And he was right. He understood that the United States and China have both benefited tremendously from our bilateral trade. In our rapidly changing world, the pace of technological advancement is unprecedented, innovations such as artificial intelligence, robotics and the internet of things are transforming the manufacturing landscape. A clear example of this is the shift towards smart manufacturing systems that harness real-time data to improve efficiency. However, for these innovations to bear fruit and create meaningful impact, we must recognize that collaboration is key. Manufacturing is no longer confined to national borders, it thrives in a global ecosystem where shared knowledge, resources and expertise are paramount. Countries that embrace innovation while working together can unlock new potentials and drive economic growth, by sharing research, best practices and technical advancements. In conclusion, the path towards strengthening international innovation transformation is not merely a choice, but a necessity. By promoting manufacturing cooperation in exchange, we collectively enhance our ability to innovate, adapt and thrive in an increasingly inter-connected world. Let us commit ourselves to forging partnerships, sharing knowledge and fostering a spirit of collaboration. Together we can reshape the future of manufacturing, and ensure that it is not just a national endeavor, but a global mission that benefits all of humanity."

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