Xi"an, known as a "natural history museum," is home to over 3,200 immovable cultural relic sites. The city has integrated heritage preservation into its entire urban planning process, using artificial intelligence (AI) and extended reality to create night tours and digital cultural experiences.

　　During their visit, the guests shared local practices in heritage conservation and revitalization, learning from Xi"an"s preventive and research-based protection methods.

　　Ye Niuping, mayor of Xi"an, noted that protecting cultural heritage while fostering innovation is a key challenge for all cities. He called for deeper international cooperation in preservation and mutual learning.

　　Technology and innovation took center stage when they discussed urban industries. At the Geely Auto manufacturing base in Xi"an, main processes such as stamping and painting are 100 percent automated, with a new energy vehicle (NEV) rolling off the line every minute on average.

　　Tania Tapsell, mayor of Rotorua, New Zealand, showed strong interest in the NEV production lines. She noted that Rotorua"s geothermal resources could support green energy cooperation with China for more resilient urban development.

　　"I think what"s really inspiring me here is seeing how you have been resilient through your sustainable use of energy. So we look forward to learning about the technology innovation and incorporating more AI," she told Chinese reporters.

　　Jamal Abu Obeid, chairman of the Al-Ramtha New Municipality in Jordan, said Chinese solar panels and NEVs are exactly what his country needs to address energy shortages and support green transition.