Xi defends China's economic ties and Belt and Road Initiative at forum marking 10 years of BRI

Xi warns West against "decoupling" from China's economy, says China's development should not be seen as a threat.

Xi praises Belt and Road Initiative on its 10th anniversary, calling it the "right path forward".

Xi pledges to ease investment restrictions and facilitate better trade ties to attract foreign investment.

Over 130 countries attending Belt and Road forum, though most European leaders stayed away.

Xi says BRI will address issues like AI and climate change going forward through cooperation on "green infrastructure".