ON September 28, I was privileged to speak at the China (Hainan)-Asean 2024 Think Tank Forum in Haikou, China. Centered around the theme 'New Quality Productive Forces, New Drivers for China-Asean Maritime Cooperation,' the event brought together experts from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) and China to discuss pressing issues such as climate change, fishery cooperation and the blue economy, with an emphasis on science and technology's role in these areas. My session, 'Public Product Supply and Marine Infrastructure Construction in the South China Sea (SCS),' focused on fostering sustainable, cooperative maritime development across the region.

In my remarks, I was a bit provocative, challenging conventional perspectives and inviting deeper reflection on these critical issues. The audience's openness and engagement transformed the dialogue, enriching the discussions and underscoring the value of pushing intellectual boundaries in such settings. I'm excited to share the core insights of my intervention with my readers/audience, encouraging further reflection and discourse on these vital topics.