Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on Friday encouraged multinational companies to expand their investment in China as the country will continue to expand its high-standard opening up. He, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when he met with the leaders of three multinational companies: Abbott Laboratories from the United States, Prudential from Britain, and SK Group from the Republic of Korea. He said that China's economy has stable foundations, numerous strengths, remarkable resilience and vast potential, noting that the dominant trend of a long-term, sound Chinese economy and the elements supporting it have not changed. He encouraged the multinationals to expand their investment in China, deepen cooperation with China and share development opportunities. The vice premier encouraged multinational companies to expand their investment in China, deepen cooperation, and share in the country's development opportunities. The company leaders expressed optimism about China's economic outlook, stating their willingness to strengthen their presence in the Chinese market and expand their cooperation with China. Shotlist: Beijing, China - Oct 10, 2025: 1. Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng (R), CEO of Abbott Robert B. Ford (L) shaking hands; 2. He (R), chair of board of Prudential Shriti Vadera (L) shaking hands; 3. He (R), chairman of SK Group Chey Tae-won (L) shaking hands; 4. Various of meeting in progress. [Restriction - No access Chinese mainland]