On May 23, the Wanzhou District of Chongqing announced the successful signing of three major projects at the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT), with a total investment of RMB10 billion. These projects span the power/thermal energy supply and food processing sectors, injecting robust momentum into regional high-quality development. Among them, a 9-billion-yuan integrated energy development project will construct two 1,000-MW ultra-supercritical coal-fired power generation units along with supporting port facilities. It will also include desulfurization and denitrification systems (meeting standards below ultra-low emissions) and a 500,000-ton coal storage yard, aiming to build an efficient and clean energy supply system. The 500-million-yuan second-phase cogeneration project in Chongqing Wanzhou Economic and Technological Development Zone's Jiulong Park will add an 800-ton high-temperature, ultra-high-pressure coal-fired boiler and an 80-MW extraction back-pressure power generation unit. This initiative will enhance the park's energy infrastructure, providing stable and efficient energy support for industrial enterprises and boosting the park's industrial competitiveness. Another 500-million-yuan project focuses on comprehensive rice utilization and grain/oil processing. It will establish production lines for rice and rapeseed processing, along with supporting storage, logistics, and trade facilities. This project will advance deep processing of Wanzhou's high-quality agricultural products, promote full-industry-chain development, and increase agricultural efficiency and farmers' incomes. In recent years, Wanzhou District has prioritized industrial strength as a cornerstone of high-quality development, continuously optimizing its business environment. By focusing on industrial upgrading, smart technologies, and green transformation, the district has driven innovation-led development of new productive forces. It has steadily expanded three pillar industries - advanced materials, food/agricultural processing, and intelligent equipment/manufacturing - as well as two distinctive sectors: pharmaceutical/chemicals and new energy, accelerating the establishment of a modern industrial system. "These three newly signed projects will further enhance the clustered and chained development of Wanzhou's three pillar industries and two distinctive sectors, elevating their high-end, smart, and green capabilities," said a spokesperson from the Wanzhou Commerce Commission. "Moving forward, we will fully support project implementation to ensure early completion, operation, and effectiveness, delivering fresh impetus to the local economy." Source: New Chongqing - Chongqing Daily

From May 22 to 25, the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) was held at the Chongqing International Expo Center under the theme "New Western China, New Manufacturing, New Services". The event featured three exhibition zones - comprehensive image, international and regional cooperation, and modern industries - spanning nine exhibition halls with a total display area of 110,000 square meters. During the WCIFIT's major project signing ceremony, Yongchuan District signed seven projects on-site, including the Green Fiber High-Value Whole Industrial Chain Project of Chongqing Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Ltd., with a total contract value exceeding RMB13 billion. Yongchuan Exhibition Hall at the 7th WCIFIT. At this year's WCIFIT, the Yongchuan District exhibition hall was located at Booth A03 in Hall N7 of the Modern Industry Exhibition Zone, covering 506 square meters. Centered around its development positioning as "Three Zones and One Hub", the exhibition highlighted: Pilot Zone for Integrated Development of Sichuan-Chongqing Adjacent Areas, Demonstration Zone for Digital-Intelligence Integration Reform and Innovation, Model Zone for Modern Quality Living, Western Chongqing International Open Hub, and Yongchuan Specialty Products. The exhibition was divided into seven thematic sections, showcasing 56 distinctive products from Yongchuan District. Pilot Zone for Integrated Development of Sichuan-Chongqing Adjacent Areas: This section focused on showcasing the "3322" key industrial cluster system and modern industrial system. The exhibition featured physical displays from Yongchuan High-tech Industrial Development Zone and Comprehensive Bonded Zone, along with informational panels and digital screens highlighting key enterprises such as Xinyi Glass, Great Wall Motors, and Yadea Electric Motorcycles. Demonstration Zone for Digital-Intelligence Integration Reform and Innovation: This section is divided into two thematic areas - sci-tech innovation and sci-tech film production. The sci-tech innovation area displayed Yongchuan's advanced technologies, including Hongjiang Machinery's high-pressure common rail system for diesel engines, which has driven the company's domestic market share in diesel fuel injection systems to 70%. The sci-tech film production area highlighted Yongchuan's achievements in the film industry, such as constructing Western China's only and nationally leading LED virtual production studio. It also promoted upcoming events like the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Film Festival. Model Zone for Modern Quality Living: This section showcased Yongchuan's high-quality living environment through multiple dimensions, including: vocational education achievements - with 18 vocational colleges and universities hosting 200,000 students and faculty, the district annually cultivates nearly 50,000 skilled professionals; and tourism resources - as a nationally recognized "Excellent Tourism City", Yongchuan boasts premium attractions including Leheledu Animal Theme Park (Locajoy), Tea Mountains and Bamboo Sea, and Huanggua Mountain. This section features an "AI Professor" installation capable of conducting lecture-based teaching, programming instruction, question-answering sessions, and hands-on experimental demonstrations. Western Chongqing International Open Hub: This section highlighted Yongchuan's progress in developing an open transportation hub, emphasizing its "highway-rail-water-air" multi-modal transport advantages integrating highway, rail, waterway and air networks. With seven highways, three railways, one port area and one airport either operational or under construction, Yongchuan is establishing itself as a critical nodal point for Chongqing's southbound and westward transportation corridors. LED Screen: It cycled through promotional videos including the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Film Festival press conference, Yongchuan District's "Achieve Your Potential in Yongchuan" campaign, cultural tourism promotions, and investment attraction materials. Yongchuan Specialty Products: The exhibition featured local delicacies and premium goods, including: Yongchuan Xiuya Tea (famous green tea), Yongchuan fermented soybeans, 5,000-Year-Old Duck Soup, Zhennan Fragrance (agarwood products), and Xiuya Craft Beer. Yongchuan Specialty Products Booth at the 7th WCIFIT Performance Area: The space hosted cultural performances including Leheledu Animal Theme Park (Locajoy) shows and traditional tea ceremony demonstrations. The exhibition hall comprehensively demonstrated Yongchuan's industrial capabilities through showcased products such as: Great Wall WEY All-New Gaoshan SUV, Tank 300 Hi4-T, Yadea Guanneng Starship S80, Googol P-Series Diesel Engines, Chongqing Kankan ADAS Camera Modules, Sodium-Ion Batteries, 6/XTTG0070B+12A+6CH Ultra-Clear Triple-Silver Insulated Glass, Wide-Range Electric/Magnetic/Seismic Multi-Parameter Integrated Detectors, Freeze-Dried Kale Powder, and Siji Silk Fibroin Premium Cosmetic Series. Source: New Chongqing - Chongqing Daily

▲ Jiangjin District Exhibition Area at WCIFIT From May 22 to 25, the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) was held at Chongqing International Expo Center and Yuelai International Convention Center. Seizing the opportunities presented by WCIFIT, Jiangjin District successfully signed three major projects with a total investment of RMB6.8 billion. The exhibition at this WCIFIT was divided into three zones - Comprehensive Image, International & Regional Cooperation, and Modern Industries - featuring nine exhibition halls covering approximately 110,000 square meters, along with an online exhibition hall. The Jiangjin District exhibition area, located in Hall N6 (A05) of the Modern Manufacturing Exhibition Zone, occupied 360 square meters and was organized into six distinct zones: the Chongqing Hub Port Industrial Park Pilot Zone, Shuangfu Industrial Park, Degan Industrial Park, Luohuang Industrial Park, Baisha Industrial Park, and Cultural Tourism Exhibition Zone. It is reported that more than 30 enterprises from Jiangjin District showcased their specialty products at this WCIFIT, including Seres LanDian Electric Vehicles, KWES Off-Road Motorcycles, Yuyan Drones, Meijian Green Plum Wine from Bottle Planet, Jiangjin Craft Beer, Arctic Ocean beverages, and hot pot condiments, among other import and export products. The exhibition also featured high-end precision products in rail transit, intelligent equipment and advanced materials, as well as cultural tourism products like Jiangjin Jade and selenium-rich agricultural products including grains, oils and peppercorns. Two Jiangjin-based companies - Shuaike Foodstuff and Jiangxiaobai - were selected for WCIFIT's "New Product Launch" event, where they unveiled their latest products on May 23 and 24 respectively at Chongqing International Expo Center. Source: New Chongqing - Chongqing Daily

Fuling District Exhibition Hall draws large crowds On May 22, the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) grandly opened at Chongqing International Expo Center. The Fuling District delegation organized 51 local enterprises to participate. Companies including Shineray Motors, Alnera Aluminum, Glassmicro Semiconductor, and Chongqing Intelligent Construction Research Institute made impressive debuts with their new products. During this WCIFIT, Fuling District successfully secured 6 signed projects with total investment reaching RMB16.207 billion, injecting strong momentum into regional development. Highlights of the Exhibition Hall Showcase Fuling's Charm Products from 9 Fuling enterprises make their debut in the Cross-border E-commerce Exhibition Zone At this year's WCIFIT, the Fuling District exhibition hall, located at N7-A02 in Chongqing International Expo Center, immediately became a focal point upon its debut. The entrance of this exhibition hall proudly displayed Fuling's distinctive city brands, including "Fuling National Economic Development Zone", "Hometown of the World's Pickled Mustard Tuber" and "Fuling - A Garden City on Latitude 30°N", shining with unique regional identity. Dozens of vibrant hydrangeas, the district flower, were neatly arranged at the exhibition hall's entrance like hospitable ambassadors welcoming visitors from all directions. Visitors taste Fuling glutinous rice balls in fermented rice wine with pork fat Freshly baked Fuling pickled mustard tuber and glutinous rice balls Inside the exhibition hall, visitors were treated to a dazzling array of interactive activities and specialty exhibits. Free tastings were offered for Fuling pickled mustard tuber, Fuling glutinous rice balls in fermented rice wine with pork fat, and Fuling black pork sausages and cured meats. The Wuling Mountain Grand Rift scenic area attracted large crowds with its "scan-and-win" social media campaign. Among the highlights, Lingxiang Food's freshly baked pickled mustard tuber and glutinous rice balls won unanimous praise from visitors for its crispy exterior and savory filling, becoming the exhibition hall's most popular attraction. Visitors explore the Fuling District exhibition hall Fuling District exhibition hall features an innovative "industrial cross-coordinate" layout, with participating enterprises spanning multiple sectors including advanced materials, new energy power batteries and lightweight components, food and agricultural product processing, shale gas and clean energy, modern traditional Chinese medicine and biopharmaceuticals, and modern services. Through this comprehensive, multi-level display, the hall vividly showcases the robust development of Fuling's "2349" modern manufacturing cluster system and the city's modern charm as an ideal destination for business, living, leisure, and tourism. New Product Debuts Highlight Innovation Capabilities SWM G01 Pro makes its debut at WCIFIT Among the diverse exhibits, new products undoubtedly stole the spotlight. The SWM G01 Pro, a key 2025 passenger vehicle model from Shineray Motors, commanded center stage at the Fuling District exhibition hall. With its powerful performance, striking design, spacious interior, and premium intelligent features, the model attracted crowds of visitors seeking detailed product information. According to reports, this highly anticipated vehicle is set to officially launch in the domestic market soon. Alnera Aluminum's upcoming 300A/500A national standard charging sockets Alnera Aluminum's upcoming 300A/500A national standard charging sockets made their debut at WCIFIT. The 300A charging socket features an innovative copper busbar design that reduces costs by 30% compared to traditional wiring harnesses, while offering flexible bending and easy replacement capabilities. The 500A charging socket is specifically designed for 600kW/h heavy-duty trucks, capable of reducing charging time by one hour. Additionally, the company's power-domain laminated battery pack also debuted at the exhibition, showcasing the enterprise's innovative achievements and technical capabilities. Staff Demonstrates On-site Mapping with 3D Laser Scanner A series of new products from Chongqing Intelligent Construction Research Institute Co., Ltd. equally impressed attendees. On-site staff explained, "This is our latest upgraded 3D laser scanner. Traditionally, manually measuring a 1,000-square-meter environment and creating a 3D model would take about four days. With this 3D laser scanner, on-site measurement and mapping can be completed in just minutes, and generating the 3D model requires only half a day - a dramatic efficiency improvement". Beyond the 3D laser scanner, the company also exhibited innovative products including a bipedal wheeled robot and IoT intelligent measuring rulers, demonstrating cutting-edge exploration and breakthroughs in the field of intelligent construction. Taiji Shangcao (premium cultivated Cordyceps) debuts at WCIFIT As one of Fuling District's representative traditional Chinese medicine enterprises, Sinopharm Taiji showcased over 130 products at WCIFIT, including Huoxiang Zhengqi Oral Solution and Huoxiang Cola. Notably, the "Taiji Shangcao" cultivated at Fuling High-tech Zone (Comprehensive Bonded Zone)'s simulated habitat cultivation base made its first appearance at the WCIFIT. To date, the base has successfully produced 3.24 million cordyceps strains, injecting new vitality into the development of the traditional Chinese medicine industry. Fuling Commerce Commission Participates in the Signing Ceremony for Chongqing's Major Digital Commerce Projects At this year's WCIFIT, Fuling District secured six contracted projects totaling RMB16.207 billion in investment, spanning crucial industrial sectors including energy, intelligent equipment, food and agricultural products, new materials, and transportation logistics. Additionally, at the signing ceremony for Chongqing's major digital commerce projects, X.Y.Group signed a framework agreement with the Fuling Commerce Commission to support e-commerce development in Fuling District through cultural empowerment initiatives, further boosting the district's e-commerce industry growth. Source: Fuling District Media Convergence Center

On May 22, the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) opened at the Chongqing International Expo Center. The same day witnessed the Signing Ceremony for Major Projects of the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade. As one of the WCIFIT's core events, the ceremony centered on the theme of "New Western China, New Manufacturing, New Services", not only bringing together global high-quality resources to facilitate the implementation of a number of highly influential and driving projects in Western China, but also injecting new momentum into the region's high-quality economic development. A total of 124 projects were signed on-site during the event, with formal contract values exceeding RMB200 billion. According to the reporter's findings, Jiulongpo District signed five projects with a total investment of RMB5.2 billion. The five projects signed by Jiulongpo District include: ZELOS National Headquarters Project, Chongqing Hub Port · Jiulong Industrial Park Automotive and Motorcycle Lightweight Supporting Industrial City Project, Chongqing Hub Port Automotive and Motorcycle Comprehensive Supply and Production Base Project, LOT POP Project, and Chongqing Tianqin Automotive High-End Interior Parts Headquarters Base Project. ZELOS (Suzhou) Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. is a globally leading company capable of delivering standardized L4-level fully autonomous driving products and applications for open roads. It is recognized as a national high-tech enterprise, a national technology-based enterprise, and a unicorn company. The signed ZELOS National Headquarters Project plans to invest RMB2 billion to establish its national headquarters in Jiulongpo District. The investment includes: RMB700 million for production lines to build L4-level autonomous vehicle production facilities; RMB300 million for office buildings and supporting facilities, including the construction of a 12,000-square-meter headquarters building for operations, management, settlement and maintenance; and RMB1 billion for R&D investments. The Chongqing Hub Port · Jiulong Industrial Park Automotive and Motorcycle Lightweight Supporting Industrial City Project will establish an automotive and motorcycle lightweight supporting industrial city, providing market-oriented services for resident enterprises including property management, environmental protection facility operation and maintenance, public commercial services, and enterprise development consulting. The Chongqing Hub Port Automotive and Motorcycle Comprehensive Supply and Production Base Project plans to conduct metal processing businesses such as aluminum, steel, and copper materials in the Huangqian Port of Jiulong New City within the Chongqing Hub Port Industrial Park. Based on an annual processing capacity of 1 million tons of metal sheet cargo transportation, storage, and financial support service demands, the project will leverage the Internet platform "Gangneng Online" to carry out businesses including warehousing and transportation, leasing, platform settlement, physical delivery trading, and supply chain finance, centered around the "trade + logistics + supply chain + operation" model, offering one-stop services for bulk commodity transactions. The LOT POP Project will invest in the renovation of the Jinying Women's Street in Yangjiaping Business Circle, Jiulongpo District, with a total area of 11,000 square meters. The project will introduce retail, apparel, beauty services, catering, and other commercial formats, aiming to establish the first "Youth Women's Fast Fashion · Integrated Shopping and Entertainment Platform" in Southwest China. The Chongqing Tianqin Automotive High-End Interior Parts Headquarters Base Project plans to build a new headquarters base for high-end automotive interior components in Jiulongpo District, primarily engaged in the R&D, production, and sales of automotive seat covers and foam products. The project company will serve as the group headquarters for Chongqing Tianying, Anhui Tianqin, and Chongqing Tianqin Guangzhou Branch, and will also function as the listing entity. Source: Jiulong District Media Convergence Center

On May 22, the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) opened at Chongqing International Expo Center. The Yuzhong District exhibition area, located at Booth A06 in the Modern Industries Exhibition Zone of Hall N8, featured displays from over 10 representative enterprises highlighting their distinctive offerings. During the WCIFIT Opening Ceremony & Major Project Signing Ceremony, Yuzhong District was involved in the centralized signing of 4 projects, including the Brightronic Project in Chongqing, with a total contracted value of RMB700 million. During this WCIFIT, the Yuzhong District booth showcased numerous highlights, attracting significant attention from a large audience. Among them, Chongqing Public Platform Facility Investment Development (Group) Co., Ltd. primarily displayed the full-chain management system for bus stop platforms. Chongqing Shifu Culture Communication Co., Ltd. mainly exhibited intangible cultural heritage tourism products such as Shu embroidery, leaf vein painting, cloisonné enamel, paper-cutting, and pyrography. Six enterprises in the commerce and trade sector - Chongqing KFC Co., Ltd., Chongqing Yuzhong Commercial Development Group Co., Ltd., China Salt Southwest Salt Industry Co., Ltd., Otton Group, Chongqing RICH Commercial and Trading Co., Ltd., and the Chengdu-Chongqing Foreign-Related Chamber of Commerce Alliance - primarily showcased imported food, daily necessities, alcoholic beverages, and time-honored branded products. VisionVera Information Technology Co., Ltd. mainly presented software and hardware technology products related to V2V Communication integration. Chongqing YuanNao Digital Technology Co., Ltd. primarily displayed technological medical products such as TCM four-diagnostic instruments and TCM meridian and acupoint detection devices. At the fair, Chongqing Qianye Glasses (Group) Co., Ltd. from Yuzhong District highlighted its cross-border shopping "instant tax refund upon purchase" service. It is reported that Qianye Glasses' flagship store in Jiefangbei was designated at the end of 2024 as a Tax Refund for Tourists Leaving the Country pilot store in Chongqing, offering "instant tax refund upon purchase" services to eligible overseas visitors. According to relevant policies, after making purchases at the store, overseas tourists only need to complete the Tax Refund Application Form for Tourists Leaving the Country, sign the Service Informed Consent Agreement, and provide credit card pre-authorization on-site to immediately receive their tax refund. The store has also set up shopping guidance and tax refund process instructions to further enhance the service experience. Currently, Chongqing has three pilot stores offering the "instant tax refund upon purchase" service under the Tax Refund for Tourists Leaving the Country program, with Qianye Glasses being one of them. At the exhibition, the company highlighted the policy's key features through visual displays and arranged dedicated staff to provide "one-on-one" explanations, helping attendees better understand the process. In addition to cross-border services, Qianye Glasses showcased products such as smart glasses, optical glasses, sunglasses, and progressive lenses, covering both functional and everyday wear scenarios. The company also set up on-site interactive experiences, allowing visitors to gain a hands-on understanding of the products' features and fitting methods. The WCIFIT also hosted the inauguration ceremony of the Alliance of Western China Associations of Enterprises with Foreign Investment. On the morning of May 23, alliance members conducted an investment environment inspection tour in Yuzhong District, visiting sites including Chongqing Raffles, the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor - International Consumption Center, the Chengdu-Chongqing Foreign-Related Chamber of Commerce Alliance, and Ernst & Young's Chongqing Branch. Furthermore, Yuzhong District will host several sub-events of the "Invest in China" Promotion Event on Greater Openness-Up In the Service Sector. Source: Yuzhong District, Chongqing

On the afternoon of May 22, the Supply and Purchase Matchmaking Event of Chinese Automotive and Motorcycle Brands into the African Market, a key thematic event of the 7th WCIFIT, was successfully held. During the event, the Chongqing Municipal Commerce Commission and the China-Africa Business Council signed a memorandum of understanding on enhancing economic and trade exchanges and cooperation with Africa. Three Chongqing-based enterprises signed project agreements with companies from Nigeria, Rwanda and Kenya, totaling RMB1.65 billion in contract value. The agreements primarily cover projects related to automotive and motorcycle assembly, as well as supporting components. The matchmaking event also released two authoritative reports. Among them, the Digital Talent Committee of the UNIDO Fourth Industrial Revolution Alliance presented the report titled Building a Global AI and Digital Talent Ecosystem to Empower Africa's Automotive and Motorcycle Industry. The report highlights that the global AI market size in manufacturing is projected to grow from USD2.1 billion in 2021 to USD16.5 billion by 2028, and the global automotive intelligence market is expected to reach USD14.92 billion by 2030. China, with its complete industrial chain, advanced technology, and abundant talent pool, leads the world in sectors such as new energy vehicles (NEVs) and intelligent connected vehicle (ICV) technologies, while Africa, with its vast market demand, rich natural resources, and growing industrial dynamism, is emerging as a new force in the global automotive and motorcycle industry. Chongqing Modern Open Economy Research Institute and the China-Africa Business Council jointly released the Research Report on Chongqing's Automotive and Motorcycle Exports to Africa. The report predicts that by 2027, Chongqing's automobile exports to Africa will exceed RMB35 billion, and motorcycle exports to Africa will surpass RMB3 billion. The report recommends that Chinese enterprises conduct precision market research, implement deep localization operations, swiftly seize opportunities in green transportation development, and cultivate the African market with a "long-termism" approach. Additionally, the Alliance on Chinese Automobile and Motorcycle Exports to Africa was officially launched. The alliance, jointly established by 11 organizations including China-Africa Business Council, China Chamber of Commerce for Motorcycle, Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. and Seres Group Co., Ltd., will serve as a cooperation bridge between Chinese automotive/motorcycle enterprises and the African market in the future. Through resource integration, information sharing, policy coordination, and industrial collaboration, it will provide services such as market research, policy interpretation, and business matchmaking. These initiatives aim to reduce overseas expansion costs and enhance market competitiveness for enterprises. At the matchmaking event, representatives from governments and enterprises of both China and Africa engaged in vibrant discussions under the theme "New Era for Automotive and Motorcycle Brands 'Leaping into Africa'", sharing insightful perspectives and exploring new opportunities for industrial cooperation between China and Africa in the automotive and motorcycle sectors. Participants from China and abroad unanimously acknowledged that the matchmaking event provided think-tank analyses to decode industry trends, facilitated practical experience-sharing, addressed AI and digital talent ecosystem development, and highlighted supply chain finance solutions. Through a systematic approach, the event mapped out a roadmap for the China-Africa automotive and motorcycle industry to transition from "trade-oriented exports" to "ecosystem-based exports". Source: New Chongqing - Chongqing Daily

To amplify the fair's spillover effects and strengthen economic and trade cooperation between Guangdong and Chongqing, the Department of Commerce of Guangdong Province and the Chongqing Municipal Commerce Commission jointly hosted the "Guangdong Trades Nationally" 2025 Guangdong-Chongqing Economic and Trade Exchange Conference on the afternoon of May 22. It was revealed at the event that the Department of Commerce of Guangdong Province organized an economic and trade delegation of over 40 enterprises and institutions, comprising more than 150 participants, to attend the 7th WCIFIT. The delegation secured investment and trade agreements exceeding RMB2 billion, covering sectors such as smart home appliances, daily household goods, and cultural & creative industries. The "Guangdong Trades Nationally" 2025 Guangdong-Chongqing Economic and Trade Exchange Conference was held on the afternoon of May 22. Photo Provided by the Interviewed Entity At the exchange conference, representatives of Zhanjiang City and Shaoguan City delivered industrial promotion presentations. Representative enterprises from Chongqing, including Yufeng Technology and State-Owned Enterprise Premium Products, as well as leading Guangdong-based companies such as GAC Hyper, Midea Air-Conditioning Equipment Co., Ltd. and Chenliji Health Industry Co., Ltd., took the stage one by one for presentations. During the regional promotion segment, Wu Jiaxi, Deputy Director of the Zhenjiang District Government Office of Shaoguan City, stated that Chongqing's key industrial sectors - including next-generation electronic information manufacturing, advanced materials, new energy and new energy storage, and big data industries - align perfectly with Zhenjiang District's current industrial development priorities. As a result, Wu Jiaxi expressed strong interest in establishing further collaborations with relevant Chongqing enterprises. Yang Zhangsheng, President of the Chamber of Commerce of Guangdong-Chongqing and Chairman of Yufeng Technology Co., Ltd., introduced that as a national high-tech enterprise rooted in Chongqing, the company has established "One Academy & Two Stations" and "Four Provincial/Ministrial-Level R&D Platforms", specializing in the research and manufacturing of special cables. Its products are widely used in smart grids, rail transit, new energy, and other fields, and have been applied in major projects such as Chongqing Rail Transit and Leishenshan Hospital. In recent years, the company has deepened collaborations with enterprises like BYD in areas including new energy cables and intelligent equipment support systems. During the enterprise recommendation segment, Hu Min, Operation Director of the State-Owned Enterprise Premium Products Platform under the Chongqing State-Owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC), explained that the "State-Owned Enterprise Premium Products" platform is a state-owned enterprise (SOE) product promotion initiative led by the Chongqing SASAC and implemented by the Chongqing Culture and Tourism Group (CQCT). Currently, it has aggregated over 2,800 products spanning 15 major categories, including food, cultural tourism, automobiles and home appliances. She emphasized that the "State-Owned Enterprise Premium Products" platform will continue to consolidate brand resources, actively incorporate high-quality SOE brands from Guangdong, and foster cross-regional product recommendations and brand storytelling to build a diversified and symbiotic brand ecosystem, further empowering regional collaborative development. Liu Taiheng, South China Regional Manager of Guangzhou Chenliji Health Industry Co., Ltd., presented the company's product lines, including aged tangerine peel, tea, herbal tonics, nutritional supplements, and cultural-creative products. He emphasized that the western market represents a new and untapped "blue ocean" for the company and expressed hopes to establish partnerships with relevant enterprises through this year's WCIFIT. It was reported that at this year's WCIFIT, Guangdong Province participated under the theme "Guangdong Trades Nationally", featuring a 300-square-meter Guangdong exhibition hall with unified branding. The hall brought together 43 renowned brands and China Time-honored Brands, including GAC Group, Chenliji, HAI-T, Xiaowei Technology, and Jialin Food. Over 100 exhibited products spanned sectors such as new energy vehicles, smart consumer electronics, high-quality Guangdong goods, Lingnan specialties, China Time-honored Brands, and premium ceramics. "In recent years, guided by the national 'Belt and Road' Initiative, numerous enterprises from the Greater Bay Area and around the world have entered western China and established operations in Chongqing through Guangdong. Meanwhile, countless Chongqing-made products have reached global markets via Guangdong. This demonstrates how Guangdong-Chongqing cooperation vividly embodies the strategy of coordinated land-sea development and two-way east-west complementarity", stated Yu Chaohong, Chief Economist of the Chongqing Municipal Commerce Commission, during the conference. He expressed hope that Chongqing enterprises would seize the opportunities presented by this Guangdong-Chongqing Economic and Trade Exchange Conference to expand beyond Chongqing, establish roots in the Greater Bay Area, and leverage these connections to navigate international markets. Meng Xiaoliang, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Commerce of Guangdong Province, emphasized that as a key regional platform for economic and trade cooperation connecting western China with the world, this year's WCIFIT has provided an important stage for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle to deepen industrial and supply chain collaboration while jointly fostering new quality productive forces. He noted that Guangdong-Chongqing cooperation is not only a crucial move in implementing national strategies and serving broader development goals but also an inevitable outcome of regional synergistic growth, expressing confidence that both regions would achieve mutual success through win-win collaboration. Source: New Chongqing - Chongqing Daily

On May 22, a key event of the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) - titled "Channeling Global Business Through Hong Kong" Chongqing-Hong Kong Modern Services Industry Cooperation Forum - was officially convened. The event witnessed the signing of seven cooperation projects between Chongqing and Hong Kong. The agreements specify that Yuzhong District, Jiangbei District and Nan'an District will leverage Hong Kong's strategic advantages to deepen collaboration in three key areas: facilitating mainland enterprises' listings on Hong Kong exchanges, enhancing cross-border financial connectivity, and accelerating green finance innovation. These initiatives aim to bolster the development of Chongqing as the Western Financial Center. Notably, four major institutions - Ming De Group, YouLiang Science & Technology, Zeyuan Energy, and the Western Green Finance Research Institute - will respectively collaborate with prominent Hong Kong organizations including the Securities Board of The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Listed Companies Federation, the Greater Bay Area Human Resources and Management Executives Association, and Federation of Hong Kong Entrepreneurs in Chongqing to advance cooperation in the financial sector. At the event, Jacky Chung, director of the Chinese mainland of Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), emphasized that modern services represent the core focus of Chongqing-Hong Kong economic and trade cooperation. Over the past two years, Hong Kong has facilitated the participation of 2,405 enterprises in various business matching initiatives to address diverse development needs. Concurrently, Chongqing has organized 29 inspection tours, exchange programs, and business matching activities specifically tailored for Hong Kong businesses. A notable example at this year's WCIFIT Hong Kong exhibition hall is the cleaning robot developed by a Chongqing-based enterprise. This company not only completed its financing and listing through Hong Kong but has also successfully distributed its products to markets including Germany and France via Hong Kong's commercial networks. Furthermore, Hong Kong and Chongqing have strengthened collaboration in developing the Open Logistics Corridor. In August last year, through the joint efforts of the Chongqing Municipal Commerce Commission, HKTDC, and other relevant parties, Chongqing officially launched the Chongqing-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Scheduled Freight Train service connecting the Greater Bay Area. Utilizing this rail link, goods from Chongqing can reach Shenzhen within two days and Hong Kong within three days, thereafter accessing global markets through Hong Kong's international shipping routes. Jacky Chung stated that Chongqing and Hong Kong possess tremendous potential for cooperation in producer services and other fields. In the future, the two regions will join hands to further deepen collaboration, promote high-quality economic development, jointly explore global markets, and achieve mutual benefits. At the event, multiple guests also shared their insights on the theme of "Leveraging Hong Kong's Financial Markets to Facilitate Chongqing Enterprises' Global Expansion". For instance, one guest noted that Hong Kong can provide enterprises with diversified financing channels and abundant funding sources. This approach will enable Chongqing to achieve deeper openness and cooperation with Hong Kong across finance, technology, talent, and other sectors, ushering in a new chapter of Hong Kong-Chongqing collaboration. "We are delighted that Chongqing has invited Hong Kong to serve as this year's WCIFIT Guest City of Honor", said Jacky Chung. He added that Hong Kong will participate in this year's WCIFIT under a "1+1+7" model, comprising one thematic event, one exhibition, and seven specialized sharing sessions to showcase the scope and achievements of Chongqing-Hong Kong cooperation. Additionally, during this year's WCIFIT, Hong Kong will host seven thematic sharing sessions at the Hong Kong exhibition hall, focusing on finance, healthcare innovation, technology, and other key areas. These activities fully demonstrate Hong Kong's commitment to integrating into the national development strategy while leveraging its unique advantages on the global economic stage. Source: New Chongqing - Chongqing Daily