In an atmosphere as energetic as a summer block party, the sixth Qingdao Multinationals Summit lit up Qingdao, a vibrant coastal city in Shandong Province of the eastern Chinese mainland. Over 570 representatives from 43 countries and regions gathered, discussing everything from advanced agriculture and green energy to the dynamic realm of artificial intelligence.
This year’s summit welcomed a fresh wave of participation—131 first-time attendees (making up 23% of the total) and companies from 9 new countries, including Vietnam and Egypt. Notably, more than half of the multinationals came from emerging markets, perfectly underscoring the event’s theme: "Multinationals and China: Connecting the World for Win-Win Cooperation."
The debut appearance of Osama Kokandy, executive director of the Saudi-Southeast Asia Business Council, added extra excitement. Kokandy shared, "I’ve focused on artificial intelligence and high-end manufacturing during this summit, and I believe there is huge potential for cooperation." His optimistic words resonated with the crowd, symbolizing the fusion of technology and traditional industries, and inspiring everyone from young professionals to enthusiastic students.
From brainstorming breakthrough business ideas to discovering new travel and cultural adventures, the Qingdao summit is a beacon of opportunity for the digitally savvy generation. Get ready to be inspired and join in the global conversation! 🌟
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Global companies invest in China during Qingdao Multinationals Summit
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