（第八届进博会）“链”全球机遇 浙江持续扩大国际“合作圈”

Core Insights - The eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) held in Shanghai from November 5 to 10 serves as a platform for Zhejiang to integrate its industrial development into global supply chains and enhance international cooperation [1][2] Group 1: International Cooperation and Investment - Zhejiang actively seeks to expand its international cooperation circle by engaging in diverse investment and procurement activities during the CIIE [1] - A total of 24 foreign suppliers from 14 countries signed procurement agreements with 20 Zhejiang import enterprises, amounting to approximately 14.5 billion RMB [4] - The signing event for international medical supplies saw participation from several Fortune 500 companies, with a total contract value reaching 9 billion RMB [5] Group 2: Digital Economy and Technology - The eighth Hongqiao International Forum featured a sub-forum on "Artificial Intelligence Driving Digital Economy Innovation," where 300 leading companies from Zhejiang's digital economy engaged in discussions with foreign enterprises [2] - Since the first CIIE, over 500 foreign companies have interacted with more than 1,500 Zhejiang enterprises through various matchmaking events [2] Group 3: Cultural Exchange and Promotion - Zhejiang showcased its cultural heritage through performances and exhibitions, highlighting traditional industries such as tea, silk, and traditional Chinese medicine [6] - The "Lingdong Zhejiang" cultural exchange area featured performances that emphasized Jiangnan's cultural charm, enhancing the province's international image [6] Group 4: Trade and Business Promotion Activities - During the CIIE, Zhejiang organized over 30 key activities focused on international procurement, investment promotion, and open cooperation, including 13 promotional events [7] - The province's "Thousand Investment Personnel Go to CIIE" initiative involved over 1,800 investment professionals to enhance investment attraction efforts [7] - Various trade matching events were held to connect global resources, including a focus on cross-border services and investment environment promotion from countries like Mexico and Uzbekistan [7][8]