[China] - Previous Belgian PM on balancing modernization, culture

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
In a special interview with CGTN, Yves Leterme, Belgiums former prime minister, drawing from his roughly 50 check outs to China over 20
years, expressed awe at the countrys extraordinary transformation.He noted Chinas advancement from a technological fan to a worldwide
innovator –-- not only in regards to financial and instructional improvement, however particularly in its seamless combination of
technology into daily life
I believe theres this capability for the Chinese society to integrate social and economic development on the one hand and, on the other
hand, to keep its identity, he observed
Its hard
Like Western nations, China contends with the disruptive impacts of digitalization on conventional idea and cultural practices
Yet, he kept in mind, China finds balance –-- executing advanced technologies without compromising its deep-rooted heritage, including
arts and customs that demand thoughtful engagement
I think that China has the capacity to strike a balance between fantastic social and economic development and enormous access to new
innovations, however on the other hand, keep in place its own identity