At first glance, a wild rainforest and a modern city seem like complete opposites. But in Southwest China's Xishuangbanna, they have grown together. At the 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue, city leaders from around the world gathered to exchange ideas on sustainable development, ecological conservation, and shared prosperity. Here, the rainforest is more than just a beautiful landscape—it supports local livelihoods, shapes urban development, and proves that economic growth and environmental protection can go hand in hand. (Produced by Fan Liuyi and Wang Yuting)