On March 8, at the press conference on China's foreign policy and foreign relations, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi mentioned the fruits the "Belt and Road" initiative.

More than 70 countries and international organizations have expressed a willingness to cooperate, while more than 30 countries have already signed cooperation agreements.

The AIIB (Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank), proposed by China, has started operations in Beijing. The first investment from the Silk Road Fund has begun to bear fruit.

China's Belt and Road construction has entered a thriving stage, while AIIB operations are in full swing. The Chinese economy is perceived as a high-speed train.

During the ongoing two sessions, the world has paid much attention to Beijing. Accordingly, how to create a good environment for vital relations with overseas Chinese interests, its neighboring diplomacy can benefit multiple sides and should not just be confined to governments.

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech on diplomacy with neighboring regions. He emphasized friendship and partnerships with our neighboring countries, featuring amity, sincerity, mutual benefits and inclusiveness

Public diplomacy and civil diplomacy can be combined for a positive impact. Self-strengthening seems to be more essential to deal with external affairs.

I have worked and lived in Tajikistan for nearly a decade and got very familiar with the country. It is recommended that states should develop their own diplomatic policies and act with well-defined objectives according to national conditions.

It's necessary to conduct more in-depth understanding of surrounding countries and to increase overseas Chinese education so they can become folk ambassadors.

The Belt and Road and neighboring diplomatic policy complement each other. The successful launching of the Belt and Road reflects China's diplomatic achievements. A good national image supports soft power. Each state has its unique conditions.

To understand their real needs and to provide practical support for the Belt and Road, neighboring diplomacy require our diplomatic officers and diplomatic affairs to keep pace with the times. Diplomats should upgrade their skills and expertise.

Folk diplomacy is an essential part of national diplomacy. Amity between peoples can act as the base of amity between states. Neighboring countries do not treat overseas Chinese individually. Each person represents the image of China.