On 21 June, the delegation visited the Zhongguancun National Demonstration Zone and the terminal of South-to-North Water Diversion Project. They were left with deep impressions by these visits, and expressed admiration for China’s achievements in independent innovation on science and technology, as well as the construction and utilization of hydro-project. The delegation also toured the World Heritage - the Summer Palace, and enjoyed traditional performance in Laoshe Tea house to experience the charm of Chinese culture.
In the morning of 22 June, the delegation visited China Institute of International Studies (CIIS). Ms. Tang Qifang, Associate Research Fellow of CIIS, introduced her views on the LMC, summed up comprehensively the background and characteristics of the LMC mechanism, as well as China’s efforts in promoting the LMC. She put forward suggestions on expanding future cooperation, including working together to maintain peace and stability, prioritizing the development, focusing on concrete joint programmes, upholding the spirit of openness and inclusiveness. The participants welcomed the briefing of Ms. Tang Qifang, and considered it rich in content, informative and helpful in improving understanding of the LMC. In the afternoon, the delegation left Beijing and continued its visit in Nanjing.