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Premier Li Qiang to attend Summer Davos in Dalian
Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions (Summer Davos) in Dalian from June 23 to 24, where he will deliver a special address and meet with foreign leaders and business representatives. The event is expected to draw over 1,700 participants from more than 90 countries.
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Who
Premier Li Qiang
What
Premier Li Qiang to attend 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions
When
June 23 to 24
Where
Dalian
- Premier Li Qiang to attend 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions
- Premier to attend opening plenary session
- Premier to deliver special address
- Premier to meet with foreign dignitaries
- Premier to hold dialogue with business community representatives
Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions (AMNC), commonly known as Summer Davos, in Dalian from June 23 to 24, according to an announcement by a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Monday. The event will bring together over 1,700 representatives from the political, business, academic and media communities representing more than 90 countries and regions.
During the AMNC, Premier Li Qiang will participate in the opening plenary session and deliver a special address. He will also meet with foreign dignitaries and hold a dialogue with representatives from the business community. The gathering will provide an important platform for international engagement on economic and political issues.
Several international leaders are confirmed to attend the meeting, including Prime Ministers Tarique Rahman of Bangladesh, Amadou Oury Bah of Guinea, Olzhas Bektenov of Kazakhstan, Kim Minseok of South Korea, Uchral Nyam-Osor of Mongolia, and Milojko Spajić of Montenegro. The diverse attendance reflects the global significance of the Summer Davos event as a major forum for dialogue between government leaders and the international business community.
Why This Matters
Premier Li Qiang's attendance and keynote address at Summer Davos signals China's commitment to international economic engagement and dialogue with global leaders. The event provides a crucial platform for addressing pressing geopolitical and economic issues, with participation from multiple heads of government and business executives. For investors, policymakers, and business leaders, the gathering offers direct insight into China's economic vision and priorities, as well as opportunities for bilateral meetings and strategic partnerships.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 22, 2026
WireChinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announces Premier Li Qiang's attendance at AMNC
Jun 23, 2026
Wire17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions begins in Dalian
Jun 23, 2026
WirePremier Li Qiang attends opening plenary and delivers special address
Jun 23, 2026
WirePremier Li Qiang meets with foreign dignitaries
Jun 23, 2026
WirePremier Li Qiang holds dialogue with business community representatives
Jun 24, 2026
Wire17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions concludes