On the day of the month, during the Third "Belt and Road" Energy Ministers' Meeting, the conference initiated the establishment of the Think Tank Working Group under the Belt and Road Energy Partnership Cooperation Network. Think tanks are important channels for intellectual dialogue and cultural exchange. The Belt and Road Energy Partnership Cooperation Network further expanded its membership, aiming to fully leverage the significant role of energy think tanks in promoting policy coordination and mutual understanding in Belt and Road energy cooperation.

In the month of the year, at the Second "Belt and Road" Energy Ministerial Conference, the "Belt and Road" Energy Partnership established a cooperation network consisting of working groups in the areas of green energy, interconnection (electricity), oil and gas, smart energy (innovation), green finance, universities (youth), and international communication. Since the establishment of this cooperation network, it has actively contributed to the high-quality development of "Belt and Road" energy cooperation through policy exchange, planning alignment, technical collaboration, project development, and capacity building.

The Belt and Road Energy Partnership Cooperation Network Green Energy Working Group (Lead Unit: China Three Gorges Corporation) promotes external exchanges and mutual cooperation. It organizes internal seminars within the Green Energy Working Group, strengthens exchanges and mutual learning with international organizations, participates in major international conferences, forums, and significant events, and promotes green energy wisdom and experience to the international community. It promptly disseminates industry trends. Regularly compiles and publishes the "Belt and Road Green Energy News," which includes the latest developments in energy and policy changes in various countries around the world. As of now, this newsletter has been published for multiple issues. Member units have steadily expanded. It has incorporated units such as Changjiang Design Group Co., Ltd., China International Water & Electric Corporation, and Voith Hydro Shanghai Co., Ltd., continuously enhancing the influence of the cooperation network, with the number of member units expanding to over 100. International cooperation has yielded rich results. Member units of the working group have actively developed overseas business, achieving significant results in green energy cooperation. By the end of the year, China Three Gorges Corporation's overseas controlled installed capacity approached 10,000 megawatts; China Huadian Corporation's total installed capacity for international business exceeded 10,000 megawatts; China Power Construction Corporation's newly signed contracts in the overseas new energy sector accounted for 10.1% of the total newly signed contracts by Chinese enterprises in the same period.

The Belt and Road Energy Partnership Cooperation Network Interconnectivity (Electric Power) Working Group (Lead Unit: Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization) continues to strengthen its mechanism construction. An internal coordination mechanism for the Interconnectivity (Electric Power) Working Group has been established, leveraging the platform advantages of the Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization to promote communication and cooperation among member units, achieving complementary resource advantages. Sharing China's experience in sustainable development. Dozens of significant events have been held, focusing on the construction of new power systems and in-depth discussions on topics related to carbon peak and carbon neutrality, sharing successful experiences of China's energy transformation. Utilizing talent resources. Participating in the "Belt and Road" and BRICS Skills Development and Technological Innovation Competition - Engineering Simulation Innovation Design Competition, and organizing the 1st "Belt and Road" and Low-Carbon Energy International Training Course. Jointly initiating the establishment of the Energy Transition Think Tank Cooperation Network. Conducting in-depth research on the "Belt and Road" initiative. Completing the series report on "High-Quality Going Global for Electric Equipment Manufacturing Enterprises" and the compilation of the "World Small Hydropower Development Report (Year)", advancing the standardization work led by China. Promoting practical project cooperation. Adhering to win-win cooperation in the implementation of key projects, strategic framework agreements, project survey and inspection, and the implementation of "small but beautiful" projects, to promote practical project cooperation.

The "Belt and Road" Energy Partnership Cooperation Network Oil and Gas Working Group (Leading Unit: China National Petroleum Corporation) serves the overall national diplomatic strategy. Actively participating in major national diplomatic activities, coordinating with the overall diplomatic needs, and undertaking significant external exchange activities. Participated in the organization or hosting of the 6th China-Russia Energy Business Forum, the 3rd "Belt and Road" Energy Partnership Forum, and the International Energy Development Summit Forum. Conducted extensive international exchanges. Led the organization of industry conferences and exhibitions such as the "Belt and Road" International Technology Cooperation Forum and the 8th World Oil and Gas Equipment Expo. Deepened integration between industry and education, established a special task force, and participated in the construction of the "Luban Workshop" in Turkmenistan. Continuously carried out special research. Leveraging the professional advantages of member units in various fields, pooling collective expertise, conducted special studies such as "New Trends in 'Belt and Road' Oil and Gas Cooperation under the Evolution of the International Order and Corporate Strategies," forming research outcomes with significant industry influence. Strengthened internal construction within the working group. Continuously expanded membership, with the oil and gas working group growing to include 100 units. Enhanced internal construction and communication collaboration among member units, continuously organizing member units to actively participate in major national cooperation exchange activities and industry events.

The Belt and Road Energy Partnership Cooperation Network Smart Energy (Innovation) Working Group (Lead Unit: State Power Investment Corporation Limited) has conducted diverse exchange activities. Two plenary meetings of the Belt and Road Energy Partnership Cooperation Network Smart Energy (Innovation) Working Group were held. The organizational structure of the working group was established, organizing seminars, sharing sessions, and other online and offline activities. The story of China's energy sector was effectively communicated. HUBCO Power Limited received the "Outstanding Contribution Award of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor" at the "Contributors to Shared Prosperity" ceremony held at the Prime Minister's Office in Pakistan, fully showcasing the positive brand image of central enterprises in jointly building the Belt and Road. Measures for risk prevention and control abroad were implemented. At the beginning of the year, the "Implementation Plan for Risk Control of Overseas Projects" was released, and relevant member units were organized to compile the "Country Research Report." The principle of avoiding dangerous and chaotic regions was upheld, and market layout was firmly focused on countries along the Belt and Road. Participation in international conferences was organized. Collaboration with the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Sustainable Energy Center (APSEC) led to the establishment of a joint operation center in the field of smart energy. Three editions of the Hong Kong & China Gas - Smart Energy Innovation Competition were co-hosted with Hong Kong & China Gas. Multiple meetings and activities related to the energy sector were organized with relevant institutions. The Malta Comprehensive Smart Zero-Carbon Alliance was initiated. Efforts were made to study replicating the successful case of the Malta Zero-Carbon Island Project in other island countries within Europe.

The "Belt and Road" Energy Partnership Cooperation Network Green Finance Working Group (Leader Unit: Export-Import Bank of China) has improved its top-level design. In accordance with the requirements of the National Energy Administration regarding the positioning and responsibilities of the Green Finance Working Group, a work plan was formulated, clearly outlining four work objectives, six key areas of focus, and eight work measures, along with a timeline and roadmap. The Group has brought together various stakeholders. It has jointly issued the "Green Finance Support for 'Belt and Road' Energy Transition Initiative" with multiple peers. It has continuously maintained smooth communication channels both within and outside the Group. It has organized multiple internal meetings, such as the "Belt and Road" Green Energy Cooperation and Investment Financing Seminar, and actively voiced its opinions at various conferences and international occasions, effectively promoting the brand of the cooperation network. The Group has continuously conducted research on energy transition pathways. It has actively organized member units to study the energy transition pathways in countries along the "Belt and Road" route. It has completed and released the research report "Green Finance Supporting the Green and Low-Carbon Transition of Energy in 'Belt and Road' Countries: Practices and Policy Recommendations." Leveraging their professional expertise, member units of the Green Finance Working Group have further promoted the high-quality development of "Belt and Road" energy cooperation by relying on the Green Finance Group's working mechanism, actively utilizing their professional advantages, and working together to achieve common goals.

The "Belt and Road" Energy Partnership Cooperation Network University (Youth) Group (Leading Unit: China University of Petroleum (Beijing)) has planned the "Energy Cooperation Education in Action along the Belt and Road". The working group has planned and completed the production of the "Energy Cooperation Education in Action along the Belt and Road" album, comprehensively summarizing the group's efforts in energy education cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative. Accelerating the process of carbon neutrality talent cultivation. The working group jointly applied and successfully obtained approval for the "International Cooperation Training Program for Innovative Talents in the Field of Carbon Neutrality Energy" from the China Scholarship Council. Taking substantive steps in Belt and Road energy cooperation. The leading university (youth) group signed a cooperation agreement with the Russian Gas Oil Company Corporate University Alliance, exploring new forms of cooperation between multinational university networks. Promoting international exchange among energy youth. Implementing the Belt and Road Energy Cooperation International Summer and Winter Camp projects to enhance exchanges between Chinese energy sector youth and youth from Belt and Road countries. Innovating cross-group cooperation forms. Jointly initiated the establishment of the Global Energy Transition Think Tank Cooperation Network with the Economic and Technical Research Institute of China National Petroleum Corporation and the Institute of Quantitative and Technical Economics of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.

The Belt and Road Energy Partnership Cooperation Network International Communication Working Group (Leading Unit: China Energy Media Group Co., Ltd.) has consolidated the synergy of international communication efforts. China Energy Media Group Co., Ltd. and its member units actively participated in the Belt and Road Energy Partnership Network meetings, enhancing collaborative efforts. They convened member units for work symposiums to improve the collaborative mechanism. The group hosted the sub-forum "Innovative Technology for High-Quality Development in the Energy Sector" at the Third Belt and Road Energy Ministerial Meeting. They vividly showcased China's energy stories. By collaborating with energy industry enterprises, they deeply explored energy stories along the Belt and Road, amplifying the positive voice of China's energy sector. In the year marking the anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative, they launched themed reports such as "Belt and Road Energy Enterprise Tour" and "Belt and Road Story Collection," focusing on landmark energy cooperation projects and small but significant projects, vividly illustrating the benefits and win-win outcomes of Belt and Road energy cooperation. They collectively disseminated China's energy voice. They provided in-depth coverage of China's major energy diplomacy events, fully showcasing the Belt and Road Energy Ministerial Meeting, the Belt and Road Energy Partnership Forum, and the International Energy Transition Forum, creating diverse and integrated media reports. They completed the in-depth research report "Belt and Road Energy International Cooperation Report."