More than 150 countries and international organizations have signed agreements on Belt and Road cooperation with China. A large number of cooperation projects have been launched, and the decisions of the first BRF have been smoothly implemented. Thanks to the joint efforts of all of us involved in this initiative, a general connectivity framework consisting of six corridors, six connectivity routes and multiple countries and ports has been put in place. It is about jointly meeting various challenges and risks confronting mankind and delivering win-win outcomes and common development. The joint pursuit of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) aims to enhance connectivity and practical cooperation. Together, we will create an even brighter future for Belt and Road cooperation. I look forward to scaling new heights with you and enhancing our partnership. Today, we are once again meeting here with you, friends from across the world. Two years ago, it was here that we met for the First Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, where we drew a blueprint of cooperation to enhance policy, infrastructure, trade, financial and people-to-people connectivity. On behalf of the Chinese government and people and in my own name, I extend a very warm welcome to you all! Good morning! As a line of a classical Chinese poem goes, 'Spring and autumn are lovely seasons in which friends get together to climb up mountains and write poems.' On this beautiful spring day, it gives me great pleasure to have you with us here at the Second Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation (BRF). Your Excellencies Heads of International Organizations,

Your Excellencies High-level Representatives, Your Excellencies Heads of State and Government,

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