Economic forums today may not be like the School of Athens, where ancient philosophers gathered to exchange ideas that revolutionized human history.
Nonetheless, they do bring together influential academics, politicians and business leaders from around the world to share ideas that often will have a direct impact on our lives and even those of future generations.
But after the talking, will there be action? With global power brokers set to arrive in Hainan in April for the Boao Forum for Asia, CGTN explores the value and significance of economic forums.
Producer & On-cam reporter: Li Jingjing
Script: Wang Quan, John Goodrich
Video Editor: Zhang Wanbao, Zhao Yuxiang
Cameraman: Qi Jianqiang, Huang Yichang
Visual Effects: Ran Boqiang, Gao Hongmei