
BEIJING, March 8 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese foreign ministry will do its best to meet the overriding goal of facilitating domestic development, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Friday.
China is still a developing country, and facilitating domestic development is a key mission of China's diplomacy, said Wang at a press conference on the sidelines of the country's annual legislative session.
In recent years, the ministry has created three platforms for that purpose, including hosting high-profile international events, promoting cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative, and launching presentations on provincial regions, especially for central and western provinces, according to Wang.
Wang also pledged to help more provinces embrace the world, support Chinese cities in hosting flagship international events, protect the legitimate interests of Chinese businesses, and proactively share information.
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