The Global Mayors Dialogue Zhengzhou & 2025 International Mayor’s Forum on Tourism commenced in Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan province, on Wednesday. This four-day event, running until Saturday, has gathered approximately 300 participants, including mayors from sister cities and tourist destinations, diplomats, scholars, and travel industry representatives. The forum aims to establish a platform for high-level dialogue and shared development, attracting mayors and experts from across China and abroad to analyze urban challenges, discuss viable solutions, and promote the sustainable growth of global tourism. This year’s theme, ‘Preserving the Cultural Legacy of Ancient Capitals and Driving Urban Renewal,’ seeks to harmonize cultural preservation with urban development. The event features an opening ceremony, thematic dialogues, and site visits. The Global Mayors Dialogue has previously been hosted in cities like Hangzhou, Shanghai, and Dunhuang. By facilitating the exchange of best practices among city leaders, the forum fosters international trust and mutual understanding between countries and cities.