Shanghai: Expats and business leaders gathered in Shanghai on Thursday for the Shanghai’s Acceleration salon, a forum aimed at promoting the city’s transformation and improved business environment.
Organized by the Shanghai Municipal Foreign Affairs Office, the Shanghai People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, and China Daily, the event highlighted Shanghai’s rapid development, opportunities and its commitment to attracting global talent. The salon featured panel discussions on “Shanghai speed” and “Shanghai vibe”, focusing on the city’s business climate and its rise as a commercial hub. Speakers shared insights on policy changes, business success stories and personal experiences.
Opening the event, Kong Fu’an, director-general of the Shanghai Municipal Foreign Affairs Office, underscored the city’s dramatic change over the past 35 years.
“The skyline used to be devoid of skyscrapers,” Kong said, referencing the Pudong New Area. “Today, Shanghai stands as a magnificent testament to ‘Shanghai speed’ and ‘Shanghai vibe’.” –The Daily Mail-China Daily news exchange item
