During the lunch break on July 17, a Thai delegate attending the APEC Digital Week, was drawn to a distinctive 'post office'. 'You can leave behind a "Chengdu memory" here,' an enthusiastic staff member invited him. Postcards covered the display board, capturing delegates' first impressions of Chengdu. 'The hospitality and warmth of the people left a deep impression on me. I will definitely come back again.' he wrote on his postcard.

Thai guest held a postcard made on-site

He was equally impressed by the city's digital experience. He had already used a mobile app to rent shared bikes for sightseeing. 'Even without speaking the same language, I encountered no barriers.' he said.

The postcards on the display board came not only from the APEC Digital Week but also from international events such as the Chengdu FISU World University Games and the World Games, documenting each encounter between Chengdu and the world and portraying the city as open and inclusive.

Looking up—In March, the Chengdu–Brussels air route was launched, further strengthening the China-Europe 'air silk road'. With the coordinated operations of Shuangliu and Tianfu airports, Chengdu is projected to handle over 90 million passengers and 1.17 million tons of cargo and mail by 2025.

Looking ahead—In early July, the first dedicated cosmetics train on the China Railway Express (Dourges–Chengdu) departed from France, marking a new breakthrough in Chengdu's specialized trade corridor with France. Over the past decade, the China Railway Express (Chengdu-Chongqing) has connected more than 130 cities overseas.

The postcard wall beside the venue

While economic and trade exchanges are tangible, some dialogues unfold silently. On-site, this Thai guest crafted a special gift himself: with each press of the seal, iconic elements such as giant pandas, hibiscus flowers, hotpot, covered tea, twin towers, and the 339 TV Tower emerged vividly on paper, piecing together a unique urban memory. 'My three children haven't been to Chengdu yet.' This gift from afar may plant a seed in their hearts.

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