Yang Tao, vice-president of the Chinese People's Institute of Foreign Affairs, introduces the international guests of the conference in the press briefing. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Yang Tao, vice-president of the Chinese People's Institute of Foreign Affairs, noted that more than 100 representatives from over 30 countries and regions have confirmed their participation, including nine former presidents and prime ministers, as well as 16 ministerial-level officials.

"The conference will enhance the international community's understanding of China and the Communist Party of China," he said.