[Video/Shandian News]

With a coastline stretching over 3,000 kilometers and a jurisdictional sea area of nearly 160,000 square kilometers, East China's Shandong province boasts a solid foundation and strong potential for marine development. Follow Qingqing, an AI-generated seal, on a journey to explore Shandong's marine highlights.

The 2026 Global Ocean Development Forum will open in Qingdao, Shandong, on Sept 16. The forum will continue serving as a platform for discussions on the sustainable development of the global marine economy.