Call made for 5G&4K driven innovation in communication

Executives of media and technology companies from 25 countries have issued a written proposal calling for communication innovation by using 5G and 4K technologies.

The document was a major outcome of the “Belt and Road Innovation Forum on 5G+4K Communication” held in Beijing on Monday.

The more than 150 participants, representing over 50 companies, pledged to work together to create new space for the development of media entities against the backdrop of a new technological revolution.

Wang Xiaohui, executive deputy head of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, announced the airing of “Shared Future”, the theme documentary for the second Belt and Road Forum, which is scheduled to convene from Thursday to Saturday in the Chinese capital. [Photo: China Media Group]

Representatives from Argentina, China, Japan, Germany, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Myanmar, Russia and other countries discussed how to realize communication innovation and promote deeper integration under the guidance of high technology in this internet era.

Shen Haixiong, President of China Media Group, calls for cooperation with fellow media companies when he delivers a key-note speech at the forum, April 22, 2019. [Photo: China Media Group]

Shen Haixiong, President of China Media Group, said that the company is pushing forward its 5G+4K+AI strategy to accelerate its media convergence and that it is willing to join hands with mainstream media organizations in Belt and Road countries and regions to promote cross-cultural exchanges.

A 100-episode micro-documentary titled "From Chang'an to Rome" was broadcast at the opening ceremony of the forum.

In addition, an exhibition of media application technology was held during the Belt and Road Innovation Forum on 5G+4K Communication, showcasing some of the world's leading new media technologies.

Technology applications are featured at a show that goes together with the forum, April 22, 2019. [Photo: China Media Group]