During the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2017, China Daily talked to political leaders, academics and entrepreneurs about the Belt and Road Initiative. They believe the initiative, proposed by President Xi Jinping three years ago, is an encouraging vision of connectivity and economic integration and brings about substantial opportunities for inclusive growth.

Their comments pave the way for the upcoming Belt and Road international forum to be held in Beijing in May. The forum is expected to unlock the full potential of this exciting initiative, enhance cooperation among economies along the route, and unleash immense opportunities to benefit more people.

Reporter: He Wei

Video editors: Huang Zeyuan and Hu Yumeng