China’s Vice Premier He Lifeng sought to reassure foreign corporate chiefs of the country’s business potential when he met with the heads of Apple, Pfizer, Mastercard, Cargill and others on Sunday. He also met with pharmaceutical firm Eli Lilly, medical device company Medtronic and investment management firm Conning, a commerce ministry statement said. “China will continue to improve the business environment and welcome more investment by multinational companies in China, sharing opportunities for development,” He told the business leaders, describing China’s economy as “highly resilient” and “full of vitality”.