Manufacturing is the foundation and cornerstone of Qingdao's development.
After four years of development, the Qingdao Area of the China (Shandong) Pilot Free Trade Zone — or Qingdao FTZ — has made significant strides in improving its business environment and provision of services.
Qingdao West Coast New Area has been recognized as one of the 20 "advanced counties for high-quality development" by the Shandong Provincial Government for the fourth consecutive year.
Qingdao, Shandong province, is committed to elevating its innovation efforts in the services trade and actively engaging in the global services trade network.
In order to encourage Shanghai companies to invest in Qingdao's marine industry, a promotion and negotiation meeting was hosted in Shanghai by the Qingdao municipal government on Aug 30.
China has completed construction of its largest domestic liquefied natural gas storage tanks, which industry analysts said would enhance the nation's natural gas storage capacity and ensure energy security.
A live-streaming event promoting local agricultural specialties and intangible cultural heritages was held in the Qingdao WCNA recently.
Authorities in Shandong have called on businesses to ensure the full implementation of paid annual leave among staff in a bid to boost consumer spending in the eastern province.
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