(Source: CGTN)

The 3-day China Development Forum has kicked off today here in Beijing. Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli delivered a keynote speech, introducing some of the reforms carried out in China, while also mentioning previous achievements.

He reiterated China's stance in opposing protectionist policies, while expressing Beijing's support for economic globalization.

The so-called CDF is a key platform for the Chinese government to carry out exchanges with foreign business leaders and international organizations.

Structural reforms, fiscal policy, financial risk prevention and other topics will all be on the top of this year's agenda.