Shanghai's Jiading district attracted 14 projects at its investment promotion conference on Nov 8 during the 8th China International Import Expo in the city.

The event highlighted Jiading's dynamic and open business environment to global enterprises. It also showcased Jiading's industrial strengths, service offerings, and international ties, as well as the district's commitment to collaborate with worldwide partners to foster a new era of high-quality development.

The conference swiftly translated into action, resulting in 14 high-quality projects signed across areas such as intelligent vehicles, artificial intelligence, and biomedicine. These projects are poised to boost regional growth.

"From our first project, the district assigned a dedicated liaison and ensured clear guidance throughout the process," said Yao Shulei, chairman of a Shanghai-based aviation equipment manufacturer.

"Their proactive service gives us confidence in our long-term growth here." Jiading's expertise in automotive innovation and smart manufacturing aligns well with corporate strategies, making it an attractive location for expansion.

Jiading's success is backed by an optimized investment service system. The district employs targeted approaches to attract businesses, innovative platforms to address financing challenges, and extensive support at every stage of a project, facilitating easy settlement and growth for companies.

The district well uses the CIIE to present its vision, which includes Jiading New City, Shanghai International Automobile City, and the North Hongqiao Open Innovation Pilot Zone. Each region emphasizes different development facets, ranging from urban expansion to advanced manufacturing and innovation.

Jiading is further expanding its global presence by opening an investment liaison office in the Netherlands — its sixth investment promotion office overseas. This follows previous offices established in Tokyo, Frankfurt, and Paris.

"This marks a new phase of our global engagement," said Gu Qingfeng, deputy director of the Jiading District Investment Promotion Service Center. The Netherlands office will focus on connecting with European markets, targeting high-end manufacturing and biomedicine.

Source: Jiading district government