Today, we are gathering here to witness the grand opening of the 8th Zhejing Investment & Trade Symposium (ZJITS). And your kind presence is the greatest honor to us as the hosts of the Symposium. Stimulated by the good reputations and great achievements won in its past three sessions, the 8th ZJITS will raise the social, economic and cultural development of Zhejiang to a higher level. It can be predicted that, being one of the most important open regions in East China, Zhejiang will take full advantage of Chinas accession to WTO and stride forward in its economic contacts and technical cooperation with foreign countries and regions around the world. It can also be predicted that, in the upcoming era of global economic integration, ZJITS will shine out its increasing brilliance among various international convention and exhibition systems created by the humankind.

It is our sincere anticipation that the 8th ZJITS will serve as a channel of communication for all the guests and businessmen, and will further lead to the creation of a framework of cooperation and mutual benefits with our persistent efforts and the supports from friends all over the world. Because of all these expectations, we really appreciate your kind presence at the Symposium.