On August 7, Consul General Zhao Xiuzhen attended the 12th Kadayawan Durian Festival and delivered remarks. The event was attended by the Regional Executive Director of the Department of Agriculture Region XI, the Regional Director of the Department of Trade and Industry Region XI, the Regional Director of the Department of Tourism Region XI, City Councilors, and the President of DIADC.

In her remarks, Consul General Zhao Xiuzhen noted that China and the Philippines are close neighbors, and that a stable and sound China-Philippines relationship serves the fundamental interests of both peoples. She expressed hope that both sides will work together to foster a fair, transparent, safe, and stable business environment and create favorable conditions for mutually beneficial cooperation.