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Berli Jucker Logistics Partners with DHL Supply Chain Thailand to Elevate Thailand’s Logistics to Global Standards


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 November 2025 – Berli Jucker Logistics (“BJL“), under the BJC Big C Group, has entered into a landmark partnership with DHL Supply Chain (Thailand) through the signing of a Joint Venture agreement.

From Left to Right: Mrs. Dusanee Merling, Executive Vice President – Portfolio Management, Big C; Mr. Aswin Techajareonvikul, Executive Vice Chairman, BJL; Mrs. Thapanee Techajareonvikul, CEO and President, BJL; Mr. Javier Bilbao, CEO, DHL Supply Chain Asia Pacific; Mr. Steve Walker, CEO, DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster; Mr. Kenny Thai, CFO, DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster
From Left to Right: Mrs. Dusanee Merling, Executive Vice President – Portfolio Management, Big C; Mr. Aswin Techajareonvikul, Executive Vice Chairman, BJL; Mrs. Thapanee Techajareonvikul, CEO and President, BJL; Mr. Javier Bilbao, CEO, DHL Supply Chain Asia Pacific; Mr. Steve Walker, CEO, DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster; Mr. Kenny Thai, CFO, DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster

This strategic alliance aims to transform the logistics operations of the BJC Big C Group to global standards, and support growth in new high-potential markets.

This partnership not only enhances distribution efficiency for BJC Big C Group, but also establishes a logistics and supply chain platform to serve existing and new customers, particularly in the healthcare sector where world-class standards are required. Through this collaboration, BJC Big C Group is set to strengthen and transform BJL into an international-standard logistics provider, instilling confidence among customers across diverse industries including packaging, consumer goods, and healthcare products.

For DHL Supply Chain, this partnership provides strategic access to Thailand’s fast-growing and dynamic economy, unlocking new market potential in one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant and rapidly evolving economic regions. With Thailand emerging as a dynamic trade hub for the entire region – driven by its strong manufacturing base and modern infrastructure – this collaboration is perfectly timed. DHL brings its global best practices in contract logistics, digital capabilities, and operational excellence into the partnership, helping to elevate service standards and drive innovation across entire supply chains.

The signing ceremony was held at Big C House on November 7, 2025, where Mrs. Thapanee Techajareonvikul, Chief Executive Officer and President of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (BJC), together with Mrs. Dusanee Merling, Executive Vice President – Portfolio Management, and Mr. Steve Walker, Chief Executive Officer of DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster, and Mr. Kenny Thai, Chief Financial Officer of DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster signed the agreement in the presence of Mr. Aswin Techajareonvikul, Executive Vice Chairman of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited, Mr. Javier Bilbao, Chief Executive Officer of DHL Supply Chain Asia Pacific and senior executives from both organizations.

Mrs. Thapanee Techajareonvikul, CEO and President of BJC, stated, “This collaboration reflects BJC Big C Group’s vision to build a robust and fully integrated supply chain. Beyond supporting BJC Big C and our subsidiaries, our goal is to elevate Thailand’s logistics standards to be on par with global benchmarks, while expanding opportunities into promising new markets particularly in healthcare.”

“This joint venture is more than just a partnership. It is a strategic step in how DHL Supply Chain and BJC Big C Group are shaping the future of logistics in Thailand together. As customer needs evolve and industries such as life sciences and healthcare demand even greater precision and reliability, this partnership strengthens our ability to deliver smarter, more resilient supply chains. BJC Big C Group’s strong local presence, combined with DHL Supply Chain’s innovation and global network, makes for a perfect match,” remarked Mr. Javier Bilbao, Chief Executive Officer of DHL Supply Chain Asia Pacific.

Mr. Steve Walker, Chief Executive Officer of DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster, added, “BJC Big C Group and DHL Supply Chain have worked together for more than two decades. As part of DHL’s Strategy 2030 to explore new growth opportunities, this joint venture is a natural next step in our partnership. By combining our strengths, we will not only continue to serve BJC Big C Group but also extend world-class logistics solutions to new customers. With DHL’s global expertise, technology, and innovation, we are building a logistics platform in Thailand that is efficient, resilient, and sustainable.”

Mrs. Thapanee further added: “With DHL’s world-class supply chain expertise and operational excellence, we are confident that this partnership will significantly enhance the efficiency and performance of the BJC Big C Group, drive sustainable growth and strengthen our business competitiveness.” With the combined strengths of both organizations, the BJC–DHL joint venture is poised to become a true “Game Changer”, driving Thailand’s logistics industry to the next level and supporting both consumer needs and regional economic growth in the years ahead.
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About Berli Jucker Logistics

Established on January 4, 2000, Berli Jucker Logistics Co., Ltd. specializes in comprehensive logistics services, including customs clearance, warehousing, transportation, distribution, and consultancy. Currently, the company manages over 90,000 square meters of warehouse space and oversees more than 45,000 SKUs.

BJL is a subsidiary of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (BJC) – one of Thailand’s leading consumer goods companies, operating an integrated business across the entire value chain, from upstream to midstream and downstream. With a heritage of over 143 years, BJC conducts business and marketing operations both in Thailand and internationally.

The company is committed to driving sustainable growth, with the goal of becoming one of Thailand’s leading organizations on the path toward carbon neutrality – operating responsibly with respect to the environment, society, and good corporate governance, in alignment with the principles of sustainable development.

DHL – The logistics company for the world

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With approximately 400,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as “The logistics company for the world”.

DHL is part of DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of approximately 84.2 billion euros in 2024. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. DHL Group aims to achieve net-zero emissions logistics by 2050.

Early Bird Tickets for Luang Prabang Music Festival Gone in Five Minutes

The inaugural Luang Prabang Music Festival (LPMF) has received an overwhelming response, with all 1,000 Super Early Bird passes sold within just five minutes of release. The rapid ticket sales highlight strong local support for the event and signal a positive boost for the city’s tourism and service sectors.  

Put Children’s Education at the Heart of Discussions at COP30 in Brazil

Education Cannot Wait and Geneva Global Hub for Education in Emergencies Call for Sustained Support

NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Members of the Geneva Global Hub for Education in Emergencies (EiE Hub), including Education Cannot Wait (ECW), are calling on world leaders and other stakeholders to put children’s education at the heart of discussions when they gather in Belém, Brazil for the COP30 climate summit in November 2025.

The climate crisis is having a devastating impact on children and youth’s education, in particular the most at-risk and vulnerable. Globally, at least 242 million students – from pre-primary to upper secondary education – saw their learning disrupted due to climate-related events in 2024. Heatwaves alone affected more than 118 million children’s learning just in the month of May 2024 alone.
The climate crisis is having a devastating impact on children and youth’s education, in particular the most at-risk and vulnerable. Globally, at least 242 million students – from pre-primary to upper secondary education – saw their learning disrupted due to climate-related events in 2024. Heatwaves alone affected more than 118 million children’s learning just in the month of May 2024 alone.

The climate crisis is having a devastating impact on children and youth’s education, in particular the most at-risk and vulnerable. Globally, at least 242 million students – from pre-primary to upper secondary education – saw their learning disrupted due to climate-related events in 2024. Heatwaves alone affected more than 118 million children’s learning just in the month of May 2024 alone. Climate-induced hazards and shocks can severely affect the quality of education, for example by damaging the learning environment or impacting teachers’ well-being and capacity. Such interruptions expose children to critical protection risks, while also drastically increasing the chances of drop-out.

The impacts of climate change on education also exacerbate existing risks and inequalities, including related to gender, ethnicity, disability, age and displacement status. Rising temperatures and other climate-related stressors are aggravating other situations that can hinder access to education, such as armed conflict and violence, loss of livelihood opportunities, health impacts or child, early and forced marriage.

Despite this, education has long been chronically neglected in climate discussions and financing. From 2006 to March 2023, only 2.4% of financing from key multilateral climate funds supported projects incorporating child-responsive activities. Similarly, governments have often overlooked children’s rights generally, and education specifically, in political strategies to tackle climate change. During the last cycle of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs 2.0), less than half of the NDCs met the standards for being child-sensitive.

Education is a powerful tool to tackle the climate crisis. Making education systems more climate-responsive will help create safe and effective learning environments and ensure learning continuity, while equipping students with the skills, knowledge and mindsets to promote climate-resilient families and communities.

At the same time, investment in education is a cost-effective tool to address the effects of the climate crisis. More broadly, a small investment can deliver returns for decades, fostering safer and more stable societies. Every USD 1 a government spends on education increases GDP on average by USD 20.

Without urgent action, tens of millions more children and youth risk missing out on education due to the climate crisis. This will have far-reaching consequences not just for their own lives, but for their wider communities’ economic development, social cohesion and long-term stability.

The statement called on governments, civil society, philanthropy and other donors, as well as other actors to:

  • Ensure that education is resourced and prioritised in national climate action strategies and related processes, including in NDCs and National Adaptation Plans (NAPs).
  • Increase investments in climate resilient education strategies, leveraging opportunities for more strategic co-financing across sectors. This includes prioritising education for all children and youth—especially in climate-vulnerable, conflict-affected and fragile contexts—while enabling the continuity of learning and the resilience of education system.
  • Ensure education is integrated in loss and damage strategies, assessments, costings and funding proposals of fragile and crises-affected countries.
  • Enhance inclusion, participation and representation of children and youth in climate policymaking, including through child-friendly mechanisms in NDCs, NAPs and other climate plans.
  • Invest in climate-resilient school infrastructure and climate-related teachings and learnings, for example by embedding green skills and climate education in national curricula, including in emergencies, to empower children, youth and teachers as agents of change for resilience, climate action and a just green transition.

Harbour BioMed and Evinova China Announce Strategic AI Collaboration to Accelerate AI-Enabled Drug Development

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., ROTTERDAM, Netherlands and SHANGHAI, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Harbour BioMed (“HBM” or the “Company”; HKEX: 02142), a global biopharmaceutical company committed to the discovery and development of novel antibody therapeutics in immunology and oncology, and Evinova, a global health-tech company accelerating the delivery of better health outcomes by propelling the life sciences sector forward in digital health, announced a strategic collaboration in artificial intelligence (AI).

Under the terms of the collaboration, Harbour BioMed and Evinova China will jointly apply AI and digital technologies to enhance the efficiency of innovative biologics development. Building on their own strengths, the two companies aim to build an open ecosystem for AI-driven drug R&D.

Dr. Jingsong Wang, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Harbour BioMed, stated, “We are pleased to collaborate with Evinova to advance the application of AI in biotherapeutic development. Harbour BioMed has built a robust and differentiated product pipeline based on our industry-leading Harbour Mice® technology platform. Through this collaboration, we look forward to applying AI to improving clinical study efficiency and accelerating the delivery of innovative therapies to patients around the world.”

Nate Zhang, General Manager of Evinova China, stated, “Evinova leverages the digital transformation insights of top global pharmaceutical companies to design our AI-powered clinical development solutions and digital strategy consulting services, so that we can accelerate the delivery of better health outcomes. To realize our mission, Evinova China needs to partner with innovative companies like Harbour BioMed, which are rooted in China while harboring global ambitions. Together, through our world-class AI technology platforms and deep therapeutic expertise, we can help take China-originated breakthrough assets from the laboratory to the world.”

About Harbour BioMed

Harbour BioMed (HKEX: 02142) is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to the discovery and development of novel antibody therapeutics in immunology and oncology. The company is building a robust and differentiated pipeline through internal R&D capabilities, strategic global collaborations in co-discovery and co-development, and selective acquisitions.

Harbour BioMed’s proprietary antibody technology platform, Harbour Mice®, generates fully human monoclonal antibodies in both the conventional two heavy and two light chain (H2L2) format and the heavy chain-only (HCAb) format. Building upon HCAb antibodies, the HCAb-based immune cell engagers (HBICE®) bispecific antibody technology enables tumor-killing effects that traditional combination therapies cannot achieve. Additionally, the HCAb-based bispecific immune cell antagonist (HBICATM) technology empowers the development of innovative biologics for immunological and inflammatory diseases. By integrating Harbour Mice®, HBICE®, and HBICATM with a single B-cell cloning platform, Harbour BioMed has built a highly efficient and distinctive antibody discovery engine for developing next-generation therapeutic antibodies. For more information, please visit www.harbourbiomed.com.

About Evinova

Evinova is a global health-tech business, accelerating the delivery of better health outcomes by propelling the life sciences sector forward in digital health, from the inside. Through our application of science-based expertise, evidence-led rigour, and human experience-driven insight, our digital solutions are deliberately designed so that everyone can reach better health outcomes together. Evinova is a separate health-tech business within the AstraZeneca Group. Please visit evinova.com or follow the company on social media @Evinova.

 

HCGZ showcased a variety of new products at CeMAT ASIA 2025

HANGZHOU, China, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — From October 28 to 31, CeMAT ASIA 2025 was grandly held in Shanghai. HCGZ showcased a variety of new products at the fair, demonstrating multiple application scenarios including goods-to-person and pallet-to-person solutions, providing efficient and flexible logistics solutions for domestic and international visitors.

In the goods-to-person display area, the YT50 robot from our Flash Ladder Series shuttles back and forth on the shelves. It adopts natural contour navigation technology, which allows for rapid deployment without the need for site modification and supports cluster scheduling of over a hundred units and 7×24-hour non-stop operation. With a maximum load capacity of 50 kilograms, and a positioning accuracy of ±3mm, the YT50, in combination with the AM50, can flexibly adjust the robot fleet according to the on-site demand, smoothly handling the peaks and troughs of on-site traffic with a smooth and efficient picking process.

Our “Ants + Picking” combination forms an ultra-high-density and ultra-efficient intelligent picking solution. By integrating two types of robots with shelves, totes, and an intelligent warehouse management system, it efficiently handles tasks such as inbound and outbound operations, inventory, and sorting within the warehouse. This mode provides a standardized solution for order picking operations that require high throughput, high storage density, and high flexibility.

In the pallet-to-person display area, the new handling robot EzGo made its debut. This is an ultra-high-density and ultra-efficient intelligent handling robot, characterized by simple implementation, intelligent obstacle avoidance and stopping, rapid battery replacement, and optimized close-range scheduling collaboration.

The three-point counterbalanced AGV combines high adaptability with intelligent scalability, capable of fitting various hydraulic side shift attachments, accurately identifying and handling different pallets, and is widely applicable to fully automatic indoor operations and complex scenarios such as indoor and outdoor container loading.

The Z Series Four-way Shuttle Warehouse is a master of high-density storage, capable of quickly shuttling and flexibly changing directions in shelf aisles to maximize the use of every inch of space. At the fair, the Four-way Shuttle Warehouse is linked with a 1.5t laser-guided mini stacker to achieve pallet picking and handling. This solution will significantly improve logistics efficiency and offer more choices for customers.

The various products displayed at the exhibition site.
The various products displayed at the exhibition site.

 

ARTERY Strengthens Global Developer Ecosystem with 2025 AT32 MCU Training in Seoul, Driving AIoT and Edge Computing Innovation

TAIPEI, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ARTERY Technology, in collaboration with its Korean distributor IGM, held the “2025 ARTERY WORKSHOP – AT32 IDE & Work Bench Practical Training” in Seoul on November 6, 2025. As an important stop in ARTERY’s global developer training program, the event attracted engineers and professional developers from industrial control, motor drive, smart home appliances, and AIoT fields. The enthusiastic participation reflected the strong interest and technical influence of AT32 MCU in the Korean market.

ARTERY's Instructor presenting AT32 MCU solutions for AIoT and edge intelligence.
ARTERY’s Instructor presenting AT32 MCU solutions for AIoT and edge intelligence.

The training centered on the AT32F457 development board, combining “theory explanation × hands-on practice” through a dual-track teaching approach. Participants gained firsthand experience with the AT32 IDE and Work Bench tools, mastering the full development process from project creation and programming to debugging and verification. The course emphasized practical development and AI integration, helping engineers combine embedded design with intelligent algorithms to build a stronger foundation for AIoT and edge computing applications.

Enhancing Development Efficiency – Mastering Embedded Core Technologies

The training provided an in-depth introduction to the core functions and security architecture of the AT32 MCU series:

  1. TRNG (True Random Number Generator): Based on physical noise sources and compliant with NIST SP800-90B standards, it provides secure and stable key and initialization vector (IV) generation, strengthening data protection capability.
  2. AES Hardware Encryption/Decryption Module: Based on physical noise sources and compliant with NIST SP800-90B standards, it provides secure and stable key and initialization vector (IV) generation, strengthening data protection capability.
  3. CAN-FD High-Speed Communication Protocol: Compliant with ISO 11898-1:2015 standards, supporting 64-byte data length and multiple receive filters to meet real-time communication requirements in automotive and industrial applications.

With the integrated development environment of AT32 IDE and Work Bench, participants could intuitively complete pin configuration, module setup, and code generation, significantly improving development efficiency and project consistency. This demonstrated AT32 MCU’s advantages in software-hardware integration for AI and embedded applications.

Diverse Application Demos Showcasing AT32 Ecosystem Integration Strength

In addition to hands-on training, multiple AT32 MCU-based application demos were showcased onsite, highlighting ARTERY’s diverse technical capabilities in display, imaging, and motor control:

  1. F437 LVGL LCD Demo: Driven by AT32F437 to control a high-resolution LCM graphical interface, demonstrating smooth UI rendering and graphical performance.
  2. F435 DVP Camera Demo: Integrating AT32F435 with a DVP camera module for real-time image capture and display, showcasing flexibility in embedded vision applications.
  3. F421 Motor Demo: Using AT32F421 for motor control demonstration, presenting stable and efficient performance in compact drive and control systems.

Through live demonstrations and interactive showcases, participants gained a clearer understanding of how AT32 MCUs support AI algorithms, sensor fusion, and intelligent control—reflecting ARTERY’s innovation and integration capabilities in the AIoT era.

Deepening Presence in Korea – Expanding the Global Developer Network

ARTERY stated that Korea is an important innovation hub for embedded systems and AI applications in the Asia-Pacific region, with a highly skilled engineering community and a dynamic AIoT industry ecosystem. This Seoul training not only deepened technical exchanges with local partners but also marked a key milestone in ARTERY’s continued expansion of its global developer network and promotion of intelligent technology adoption. Moving forward, ARTERY will continue collaborating with global partners to advance AI-embedded applications and smart manufacturing, helping customers accelerate product innovation and intelligent transformation.

With the rapid growth of AIoT, edge computing, and automation control, ARTERY Technology will continue to uphold its core values of “Professionalism, Innovation, and Co-Creation.” Through its high-performance AT32 MCUs and comprehensive AI development toolchain, ARTERY aims to deliver smarter, more efficient, and more secure embedded solutions—partnering with industries worldwide to enter a new era of intelligent technology.

About ARTERY Technology

ARTERY Technology is a fabless IC design company specializing in the research and design of 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M4/M0+ microcontrollers. The AT32 MCU series offers high performance, reliability, and AIoT-oriented design, and is certified under ISO 9001 quality management, AEC-Q100 automotive reliability, and IEC 60730 household appliance safety standards. The company is dedicated to advancing embedded applications in AI edge computing, intelligent control, and secure communication, providing innovative and reliable solutions for global industrial, automotive, and AIoT markets.

The Battery Show Asia to Spark Innovation Again in March 2026

The Battery Show Asia (TBSA) 2026 is set to make a grand return at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong.

HONG KONG, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Following the success of the inaugural Asia edition of The Battery Show in July 2025, which attracted 17,893 professional attendees from 132 countries and regions and 314 exhibitors (co-located with Data Center Asia and Build4Asia), TBSA 2026 is poised to surpass expectations. The event will feature an expanded exhibition area of 22,000 square meters and host over 350 global exhibitors and 20,000 professional buyers.

Comprehensive Industry Coverage

TBSA 2026 will be co-located with Mobility Tech Asia and the inaugural Energy Storage Asia. These events will create a platform that spans the entire new energy industry chain, showcasing:

  • Advanced battery technologies
  • Energy storage systems and engineering
  • Battery recycling and management systems
  • Cutting-edge charging and swapping infrastructure

Global Participation and Networking Opportunities

TBSA 2026 is expected to attract over 20,000 international professionals, including policymakers, technical experts, engineers, and manufacturers from key markets such as Europe, North America, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, India, and the Middle East. Notably, more than 65% of attendees will be senior-level decision-makers.

Additionally, TBSA 2026 will organize 100+ domestic and international buyer delegations from governments, organizations and leading companies and host VIP activities to facilitate precise business matchmaking, fostering high-efficiency global collaborations.

Knowledge Sharing and High-Level Dialogues

TBSA 2026 Conference will focus on the latest policies, innovative technologies, and market trends in batteries, energy storage, and new energy mobility. With 15 tracks and over 150 expert speakers and industry leaders from around the world, the event will provide a premium platform for knowledge exchange and technical discussions. Senior-level speakers from CATL, Siemens, Schneider Electric and Henkel have confirmed their participation.

Strategic Partnerships for Global Expansion

TBSA 2026 will collaborate with over 50 global partners, including Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), Department of Energy Philippines, Light Electric Vehicle Association (LEVA), European Association for Storage of Energy (EAEST), and Korea Electric Vehicle Industry Association (KEVIA). These partnerships aim to drive international exchange and foster win-win development opportunities.

Whether it’s showcasing the latest products, exploring industry trends, or expanding global business networks, TBSA 2026 is the ideal platform for companies to seize emerging opportunities and position themselves for future growth.

Hainan FTP gains momentum, underscoring China’s commitment to opening up

BEIJING, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report from People’s Daily:

China’s Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) will officially launch an island-wide independent customs operations on December 18, 2025. This milestone in the development of the Hainan FTP sends a clear and unequivocal message to the world: China remains steadfast in its commitment to expanding high-level opening up, even amid rising protectionist headwinds.

The establishment of the Hainan FTP is a major reform and opening up initiative personally planned and advanced by Chinese President Xi Jinping. Over the past seven years, the FTP has steadily taken shape, leveraging the advantages of China’s vast domestic market while aligning with high-standard international trade rules. It has increasingly become a focal point for both domestic and global investors.

As a hallmark of China’s reform and opening up in the new era, the Hainan FTP is emerging as a pioneering platform of institutional innovation, a hub for regional cooperation, and a new engine for global economic integration. It embodies China’s readiness to share its development opportunities and work in partnership with the rest of the world.

The launch of independent customs operations does not imply isolation; rather, it marks a deeper level of opening up. The number of tariff items eligible for zero-tariff treatment will expand to around 6,600 – about 74 percent of all tariff items – representing a sharp increase of nearly 53 percentage points. A targeted, low-intervention regulatory model will be adopted, featuring streamlined supervision for zero-tariff goods and goods under relaxed management.

Two distinct customs “lines” will facilitate these operations. The “first line” will connect the Hainan FTP with economies outside China’s customs territory, enabling the smooth flow of zero-tariff goods through simplified policies. The “second line” will link the FTP with the Chinese mainland, where tailored oversight will help safeguard the broader domestic market. Within the FTP, zero-tariff goods and processed products can be stored without time restrictions, offering businesses greater operational flexibility.

The Hainan FTP will also introduce more favorable tariff policies, simplified trade measures, improved travel and logistics procedures, and targeted regulatory oversight. With both institutional “software” and physical “hardware” in place, Hainan is set to become a modern, globally connected hub of vitality and openness, injecting strong momentum into China’s high-quality development and setting a benchmark for higher-level opening up.

Unlike traditional opening-up models that primarily focus on the flow of goods and production factors, institutional opening up – centered on rules, regulations, management, and standards – represents a higher standard of openness. The Hainan FTP is designed to align with the most advanced open economies in the world, providing a more stable and predictable regulatory environment and broader opportunities for businesses worldwide.

The results are already evident. In 2024, despite global economic uncertainties, the number of newly registered foreign-invested firms in Hainan exceeded 2,000, representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 20 percent. At the 2025 Global Industrial Investment Promotion Conference for the Hainan Free Trade Port held in April, 265 projects were signed with a combined contract value of roughly 233.6 billion yuan ($32.44 billion). To date, investors from 176 countries and regions have entered the Hainan market, and the province’s economic openness has reached 35 percent. This continued inflow of global capital underscores the international business community’s confidence in China’s high-level opening up.

At a time when unilateralism and protectionism are on the rise and economic globalization is encountering severe challenges, China’s determination to remain open is particularly significant.

Since the launch of its first pilot free trade zone (FTZ) in Shanghai in 2013, China has leveraged FTZs and the Hainan FTP to dismantle institutional barriers, reduce trade costs, and enhance the free flow of resources. Institutional opening up has thus become increasingly substantive, providing fresh momentum for global economic growth and creating new opportunities for win-win cooperation.

China continues to shorten its negative list for foreign investment and expand its global network of high-standard free trade agreements. As the breadth, depth, and quality of its opening up increase, the benefits of reform and opening up are being shared more widely with the world.

Time and again, facts have demonstrated that China’s pursuit of high-level opening up is not a short-term tactic, but a strategic choice aligned with global development trends and the country’s long-term development goals. China was, is, and will remain an attractive, safe, and promising destination for global investors.

The rise of the Hainan FTP offers a vivid testament to China’s evolving model of opening up. Looking ahead, China will continue to pursue high-level opening up as a driver of high-quality growth and will contribute even more actively to building an open world economy and a community with a shared future for humanity.