From Empty Fields to Global Hustle
Imagine Shanghai in 1989: Pudong New Area was basically an empty canvas. Michael Kruppe, a young traveler, witnessed how that blank slate turned into a supercharged metropolis. 🚀
Free Trade Zone: The 2013 Game-Changer
Fast forward to 2013: Shanghai launched China's first pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ). Think of it like a sandbox for trade innovation—lower tariffs, simpler customs, and a hotspot for startups, global brands, and investors.
Stepping onto the Global Stage
Now, in late 2025, events like the China International Import Expo (CIIE) attract businesses from Seoul's tech scene to Delhi's fashion houses. It’s a buzzing marketplace where deals are made and ideas flow freely. 🌐
Ripple Effects Across Asia
From e-commerce in Mumbai to mobile payment trends in Jakarta, China's opening-up sparks trends that shape markets all over South and Southeast Asia. It’s about more choices and stronger links for everyone.
CGTN's docu-series Path to Prosperity brings these stories to life, giving you a front-row seat to China's 36-year journey. 🎥✨
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