As the world confronts a series of challenges, including the ongoing pandemic, escalating trade wars, rising inflationary pressures, and the frequent occurrence of extreme weather events, we are at a pivotal turning point. In this era full of challenges and opportunities, the 2024 Smart City Expo will be one of the keys to exploring our future.

This year's exhibition, themed 'Digital and Green Dual Transformation,' highlights the dual emphasis on digitalization and green development. Originally, digitalization was merely a tool to enhance individual or corporate work efficiency. However, with the widespread adoption of information technologies like 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and large language models, these digital tools have become indispensable for business operations. They are also essential tools for corporate innovation or finding new competitive market values. Whether in smart manufacturing, smart energy transportation, healthcare, or architecture, the role of these innovative information technologies is indispensable. At this grand event, we will witness governments, businesses, and organizations from around the world working together, committed to achieving net-zero emissions and continuously exploring the feasibility of digital technology and future development.