We are joined now in the studio by Teng Jianqun, Director of the Center of Arms Control at the China Institute of International Studies, for more background into this year's Xiangshan Forum.

Q1: There are more countries taking part this year from Asia, Europe, Africa and the South Pacific region. Does this greater participation indicate that regional security is a more important problem demanding more urgent solutions?

Q2: With terrorism continuing to pose a threat to global security and sustainability, further cooperation is expected among countries. What's China's long term stance on anti-terrorism issues and what role do you think the Xiangshan Forum plays in promoting regional security?