MNCs keen to grow amid further opening-up

Q5 As China continues to pursue high-quality development along a Chinese path to modernization, what is your vision for your company's business in the country? What business opportunities do you foresee emerging as part of this process?

XU: Since green growth is an essential part of high-quality development, Airbus, which pioneers sustainable aerospace practices and technology, aspires to promote the sustainable development of China's aviation industry. These ambitions on green growth are taken by Airbus not only as challenges, but also as obligations and opportunities.

In support of the green aviation strategy proposed by China, a major country with a strong sense of responsibility, Airbus will continue to facilitate the use of sustainable aviation fuels for testing, delivery and commercial flights along with our Chinese partners. Airbus aims to cooperate with stakeholders from the authorities, industries and academies to develop an SAF ecosystem covering production, distribution as well as regulation.

WU: China's structural changes pose both short-term risks and long-term aspirations. Nevertheless, its commitment to innovation and openness creates a conducive environment for companies to expand and form partnerships with local businesses, leading to a more dynamic market.

To help clients address challenges amid their digital transformation, we want to leverage our expertise to help our clients innovate at scale and deliver successful end-to-end digital transformations. China is a global lighthouse for digital capabilities. We believe that the most ambitious companies in China, whether local or multinational, will still have significant opportunities to participate in international competition by tapping into the latest digital capabilities.

JUANG: HP's 40-year journey in China has been one of progress, cooperation and inspiration. Our business is very well positioned to capitalize on long-term trends reshaping our industry, and China will play an important role in our long-term growth strategy. We are committed to empowering people and businesses going forward — from redefining the way people work, live and play in a more digitalized world, to nurturing a vibrant pool of local talent, and enabling businesses to thrive with a strong technology ecosystem.

CHUNG: Guided by our sustainable development strategy, Nippon Paint adheres to our corporate mission of "Refreshing wonderful living spaces" and "Building a technology-enabled ecosystem with sustainable value creation, and becoming a market leader as an integrated coatings solution provider".

We will support the construction of urbanization, rural revitalization, low-carbon architecture and green building materials, vocational skills training and digital upgrading, and grow along with our partners to contribute to the realization of better lives for the people and the rapid development of China.

LECLERC: China's high-quality development strategy demands stronger insights into the needs of Chinese consumers, especially regarding future generations and local market trends. We have launched a wide range of innovative products that combine local consumer insights and scalability potential, aiming to bring refreshing and diverse beverages to our consumers. At the same time, we have been refreshing our flagship brands and products to better provide the next generations with timeless and timely experiences.