The Qingdao Free Trade Zone hosted a tire export seminar on Nov 22, as part of its efforts to build the West Coast International Energy Free Trade Port and a bulk commodity resource hub.

The Qingdao Integrated Circuit Industry Park received 100 million yuan ($13.81 million) for the construction of emerging industry specialized parks.

On Nov 5, the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) kicked off in Shanghai. This year, the Qingdao FTZ delegation had an unprecedented presence, with 55 organizations and over 200 representatives attending.

Themed "Supporting Enterprises, Building a Home Together”, the Qingdao Area of the China (Shandong) Pilot Free Trade Zone (Qingdao FTZ) hosted its fourth Entrepreneurs' Day on Nov 1.
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As the key component in the construction of Shandong's marine economy, this year, Qingdao is accelerating its efforts to build itself into an international shipping center, in a bid to better serve the marine industry of the province.

The 2024 Global Ocean Development Forum, which was jointly hosted by the Shandong Provincial People's Government and the Ministry of Natural Resources, opened in the Qingdao West Coast New Area on Oct 24.
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