The first China County Economy Development Forum is held in Beijing on Jan 7. The forum with a theme of challenges and opportunities focused on the development patterns of county-level economy. A few counties across China were awarded for their achievements in boosting local economy, investment, technology development, and tourism. [Photo/xinhuanet.com]

Experts conduct a discussion on poverty alleviation and sustainable development during the forum on Jan 7 in Beijing. [Photo/xinhuanet.com]