An exhibitor demonstrates a robotic dog during the Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

People visit the Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

People visit the Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Xie Han)

Francis Gurry, chairman of the Global Digital Economy Cities Alliance, launches the "Global Digital Economy Cities Report" during the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Xie Han)

This photo taken on July 2, 2026 shows a scene at the launching ceremony of the special initiative on improving the convenience of digital services for inbound overseas visitors in major Chinese cities during the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Xie Han)

A man walks past a themed installation for the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

A robot demonstrates clothes-folding during the Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

This photo taken on July 2, 2026 shows a scene at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

A participant delivers a speech during the Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

People visit the Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

This photo taken on July 2, 2026 shows a scene at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

People visit the Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

People watch a humanoid robot dancing during the Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin)

A representative of a company providing services for individual entrepreneurs shares her experience during the Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China, July 2, 2026.

Under the theme "Building a digital-friendly city: Inclusive Intelligence, Borderless Connectivity," the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference opened here on Thursday.

The conference consists of one opening ceremony, one main forum titled "Global Dialogue on Digital-Friendly Cities," multiple thematic forums, and year-round series of events, responding to the transformative changes brought about by technological innovation in the digital era.

The Digital Economy Industry Expo 2026 is held concurrently during the conference. (Xinhua/Xie Han)