Chinese President Xi Jinping talked about the need for greater coordination of efforts to fight the Covid-19 pandemic, the outlook for the global economy, and the Chinese government's pledge to further open its economy. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Boao Forum for Asia via video link, Xi avoided any direct reference to Russia's invasion of Ukraine while he called for respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, upholding non-interference in internal affairs, and rejecting a "Cold War mentality." (His remarks are translated)