Zhang Yu JeniZhang13@163.com IN a significant move to bolster international collaboration and express gratitude to foreign entities for their long-term support, the 2025 Kun Peng · Spring Gathering — Economic and Trade Seminar for Foreign Institutions in China with Shenzhen @Tencent Inno-Tech Event was held at the Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning on Friday. It was a global gathering with the consuls general of the consulates general of the United Republic of Tanzania, the Republic of Uganda, Malaysia, the Hellenic Republic (Greece), the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Republic of Colombia, the Republic of Singapore, and other countries in Guangzhou, as well as representatives from China-based foreign chambers of commerce and institutions. The event also saw the participation of Xu Lin, deputy director of the General Office of the Shenzhen Municipal People’s Government. Lin Xiuhong, first-level researcher of the Shenzhen Investment Promotion Bureau, highlighted Shenzhen’s commitment to creating a conducive investment climate and outlined policies favorable to foreign investment and trade at the event. Yang Haobo, second-level inspector of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Shenzhen Municipal Committee (CCPIT Shenzhen), presented the committee’s trade promotion achievements in 2024 and introduced the Kun Peng · Spring/Autumn Gathering initiative. This initiative aims to establish a regular liaison mechanism with foreign institutions in China, organizing two major economic and trade exchange activities each year. “As one of the world’s most dynamic and innovative cities, Shenzhen plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of technology, trade, and investment,” said Aniel Kerkvliet, chief representative of the Netherlands Business Support Office Shenzhen. Kerkvliet expressed hope for enhanced bilateral cooperation between the Netherlands and Shenzhen in technology, energy storage, and design. Other representatives showed keen interest in deepening cooperation with Shenzhen in areas like new materials, biotechnology, medicine, electronic information, microelectronics, and artificial intelligence. The innovative liaison mechanism proposed by the CCPIT Shenzhen was hailed as a step in the right direction for bolstering economic and trade relations. The event wasn’t all business, as guests enjoyed exhibitions including the Shenzhen Urban Planning Exhibition, the Penguin Island — Exhibition of Tencent, and a Guan Gong-themed exhibition at the Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning. These immersive experiences provided insights into Shenzhen’s development and the fusion of technology and culture. A special area was dedicated to showcasing traditional Chinese culture through calligraphy and painting, with local artists creating themed works for guests. The event was jointly hosted by CCPIT Shenzhen and the Shenzhen Municipal Culture, Media, Tourism, and Sports Bureau and supported by the Shenzhen International Chamber of Commerce. | 