Discussions on promoting city prosperity through cultural and tourism cooperation between China and ASEAN were the focal point Friday at a parallel dialogue during the Global Mayors Dialogue event in Nanning, located in south China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region.
On Jan. 7, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit Dingri, home to the northern base camp of the world's highest peak, Mount Qomolangma, claiming the lives of 126 people.
More than 14,000 rescuers have raced against time to search for survivors and sped up the resettlement of affected residents.
China's National Day holiday saw a record-breaking tourism boom, with nearly 13 million cross-border trips and revenue surpassing pre-pandemic levels. The surge highlights China's economic resilience and growing international appeal.
Young people are often seen as the driving force for renewal and growth.