At the opening ceremony of the inaugural China-ASEAN Expo, leaders from various countries poured "water of cooperation" from crystal bottles—water sourced from rivers, lakes, and seas across China and ASEAN nations—into a large crystal container, forming the "Fountain of Cooperation." This act symbolized that the convening of the China-ASEAN Expo had naturally come to fruition, "just as a channel is formed when water flows." This moment became an unforgettable and iconic scene. The "Fountain of Cooperation" sculpture in the Convention and Exhibition Plaza draws its inspiration precisely from this classic moment. The fountain flows continuously from a quicksilver-colored bottle, symbolizing the boundless opportunities brought by the China-ASEAN Expo, the enduring vitality of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area, and the everlasting friendship between China and ASEAN countries.
