The book features 27 award-winning essays submitted as part of the “I, China, and China’s 14th Five-Year Plan” project, a joint initiative by China Daily and Bank of China, by participants hailing from 18 countries, including the UK, Germany, Brazil, India, and Syria. These essays offer a window into how China is perceived by foreigners. Notably, the collection reflects the rising influence of BRICS countries and the Belt and Road Initiative, particularly evident in the strengthening ties between China and African countries.