A significant international forum, the ‘2025 Forum on the Development of Xizang, China,’ convened in Nyingchi city, Southwest China’s Xizang autonomous region, on Wednesday. The event, organized by the Xizang regional government, attracted over 400 participants from 44 countries and regions, including government officials, diplomats, experts, and media representatives. The forum, themed ‘Discovering a beautiful Xizang and writing a new chapter on the plateau,’ focused on key areas such as international communication, the Communist Party of China’s (CPC) governance guidelines, Xizang’s image-building, and its development philosophies and practical pathways. Mo Gaoyi, deputy head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee and director of the State Council Information Office, emphasized the importance of Xizang’s modernization as China formulates its 15th Five-Year Plan. He highlighted the exchange of governance experiences, improving people’s well-being, and enhancing civilizational exchanges. Shahbaz Khan, director of the UNESCO Regional Office for East Asia, praised Xizang’s transformation, noting its modern infrastructure and expanded opportunities. The forum, which has been held since 2007, included four sub-forums on international communication, sustainable local industries, youth engagement, and environmental protection. Prior to the main event, participants visited a high-altitude pasture, a local village, and a wetland park in Nyingchi.