Ding Hongxiang (first row, second from left), deputy general manager of China National Machinery Industry Co (Sinomach), takes part in a board meeting of China Chamber of International Commerce (CCIC) in Beijing on Feb 2. At the conference, Sinomach signed a strategic cooperation agreement with CCIC, according to which the two sides will work together in pushing forward the Belt and Road Initiative, promoting trade and investment, as well as holding exhibitions. [Photo/sinomach.com.cn]