The National Immigration Administration announced on Dec 17 that it will fully relax and optimize the visa-free transit policy, which is effective immediately.
The 2024 Asia-Pacific (Shandong) Advanced Semiconductor Forum was held in Qingdao from Dec 12 to 13, bringing together nearly 300 industry leaders and experts to explore technological trends and share innovations.
The Germany-China Economic Cooperation Seminar (Germany-Qingdao Economic and Trade Exchange) took place in Düsseldorf, Germany, on Dec 3.
The Qingdao FTZ and Sino-German Ecological Park introduced 30 initiatives to optimize the business environment and established an Entrepreneur Supervision Committee with 85 entrepreneurs as supervisors on Nov 26.
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.
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.
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.