Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivered a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the China Development Forum 2026 on Sunday, saying the world is undergoing profound and complex changes. Against this backdrop, developments surrounding Iran continue to affect critical energy and shipping route. On the sidelines of the forum, Rio Tinto Chief Executive Simon Trott said that companies must not only ensure the stable supply of key resources, but also deepen their partnerships and strengthen resilience and adaptability in decision-making.