Beijing, July 11th—The sub-forum themed on "Inter-Civilization Exchanges and Mutual Learning: Understanding and Friendship Among Peoples" during the Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting was held here today. Liu Jianchao, Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee (IDCPC), attended the event and delivered a keynote speech. Yang Liwei, Deputy Chief Designer of China's Manned Space Program, Chen Yan, Vice President of the  Chinese Writers Association, Kemreat Viseth, Secretary of State of the Office of the Council of Ministers of Cambodia, Fatalla Elzuni, Minister of Youth in the Government of National Unity of Libya, Nawal El Moutawakel, Vice President of the International Olympic Committee, and Gert Johannes Grobler, former Ambassador of South Africa, among other political and business leaders, heads of international organizations, and friendly personages from all walks of life, as well as representatives from local cities, social organizations, and the sports field from China and abroad, attended the event. 

Liu said, in today's world where the destinies of all countries are closely intertwined, the international civil society plays an important role as a bridge and link for mutual learning among civilizations. We adhere to equality and promote the vigorous development of dialogue among civilizations, which has brought us closer through candid exchanges and enhanced mutual understanding and trust. We uphold openness and inclusiveness, and promote the upgrading and renewal of people-to-people exchanges, which has carried forward friendship and deepened mutual recognition, injecting new vitality into the people-to-people connectivity. We advocate mutual benefit and win-win cooperation, and promote the implementation of people's livelihood cooperation, helping people in various countries improve their living conditions and embrace a bright future. We stand together in weal and woe, and promote the concept of multilateralism to take root in people's hearts, join hands to address risks and challenges, and jointly safeguard a peaceful homeland. 

Liu said, Chinese civilization has traversed the long river of history and is increasingly shining in the contemporary era. To understand China in the new era, the key is to understand the CPC. Currently, the CPC is uniting and leading the Chinese people to advance the noble cause of building a great country and national rejuvenation on all fronts through Chinese modernization. Chinese modernization is a modernization of common prosperity for all the people. The people's aspiration for a better life is our goal, and the people's confidence and support are our driving force. China will continue to forge ahead with its long-term goals, adhere to its blueprint, and continue to inject more stability and certainty into world peace and development. 

Liu said, achieving modernization is the common pursuit of people all over the world. China is willing to work with all parties to strengthen the humanistic bond of mutual trust and understanding, enhance cooperation in various fields such as political parties and parliaments, women and youth, education and sports, media and think tanks, and civil society and localities, share governance experience, enrich exchange contents, expand cooperation channels, promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, and create a brighter future for human civilization.  

Yang Liwei said, the Shenzhou 5 spacecraft's journey into space is not only a milestone for China's space dream but also a vivid illustration of humanity's joint exploration of the universe. The continuous deepening of China's space cooperation with other countries is not only a model of global scientific and technological cooperation but also a great practice that transcends national boundaries to promote innovation and progress in human civilization. The ultimate goal of developing space technology is not to create competition or dependency, but to cultivate the soil for the harmonious coexistence of human civilization. Guided by the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind, we should spread the seeds of respecting multilateralism and win-win cooperation to broader fields and jointly write a new chapter in the progress of human civilization. Chen Yan said, civilization is long-lasting but also very fragile. History shows us that the river of human civilization can only flow smoothly through communication and exchanges. In today's world, it is particularly important to promote cross-cultural exchanges, especially people-to-people exchanges and mutual learning through in-depth exchanges. Literature and art can play an advantageous role in promoting the exchanges of ideas and emotional communication. People of all countries should visit each other frequently, see and hear each other, look at each other with friendship, and work together to create a beautiful tomorrow of mutual understanding and friendship among mankind.  

Kemreat Viseth said, the essence of cross-cultural exchanges lies in mutual respect and mutual learning. No single culture can provide perfect answers for humanity. All countries should join hands to sow the seeds of peace, cooperation and friendship together and jointly build a community with a shared future for mankind. Fatalla Elzuni said, civilizations are not only mirrors of human history but also the driving force for social progress. The exchanges of knowledge and ideas among different civilizations provide fertile ground for promoting innovation and development. Dialogue among various civilizations is the most effective way to promote mutual understanding and achieve peace. Nawal El Moutawakel said, the power of sports transcends national boundaries. Sports are not just about competition; they are a platform that unites people of different ethnicities, cultures and beliefs, and can help shape a culture of peace. All parties should join hands to build bridges of mutual understanding through sports and dialogue. Gert Johannes Grobler said, the Global Civilization Initiative proposed by President Xi Jinping is timely and highly forward-looking, and will have a profound impact on the future development of Global South countries. African scholars are willing to take the Africa-China Dar es Salaam Consensus as a guide and share wisdom and strength for China-Africa cooperation and South-South cooperation.    

The sub-forum also held a Thematic Presentations on Sports: Sporting the Culture and Culturing the Future and roundtable dialogues on Diversified Partnerships and Practical Cooperation respectively. Yang Yang, Olympic Champion and Vice President of the World Anti-Doping Agency, Jake Pinnick, an American Wushu athlete, Pan Zhanle, Olympic Champion, Fernández Raúl, Head Coach of the Chinese National Boxing Team and Bora Milutinovic, former Head Coach of China Men's National Football Team from Serbia, all delivered speeches. The representatives attending the forum engaged in dialogue and exchanges on topics such as international sports exchanges, cultural diversity and cooperation, and practical cooperation at sub-national and grassroots levels. They expressed their willingness to deepen exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations, enhance exchanges at various levels in sports, universities, and youth as well as people-to-people exchanges, promote closer exchanges of ideas and values, and advance mutual understanding and friendship among people of all countries. They also expressed their willingness to facilitate practical cooperation in various fields and make efforts to advance human civilization and uphold international fairness and justice.  

Lu Kang, Vice-minister of the IDCPC, presided over the sub-forum.