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The 21st Century Forum, themed "Sustainable Development - China and the World", opened on Monday in Beijing. The three-day forum is organized by the China People's Political Consultative Conference.
Premier Wen Jiabao graced the opening ceremony. In his speech, Wen said that China's development poses no threat to any country, but makes more contributions to the peace and development of the world.
He said that China is a member of the world family and wants to make its due contribution to the sustainable development of the world.
China's development needs the world and the development of the world needs China. China would stick steadfastly to the opening up policy, Wen added.
President Hu Jintao sent his regards and congratulations in a letter to delegates.
(Xinhua News Agency September 5, 2005)
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