12月1日，第三届中国侨智发展大会在福州开幕，来自全球39个国家和地区的闽籍侨胞、侨商与侨 领齐聚闽江畔。 福州依海而居、因海而兴，也因海走向世界。从百年前"下南洋""走西洋"的艰辛闯荡，到如今"双 向奔赴"的合作共赢，这座2200多年历史的"有福之州"，始终以侨为桥，在开放与传承中书写独特的侨 乡故事。 "有海水的地方，就有福州人" 清晨的福州港，巨轮鸣笛驶向深蓝，集装箱起重机有序作业，一派繁忙景象。 时光回溯600年，这片海域曾因"郑和下西洋"而彪炳史册——1405年起，郑和率舰队启航前，都在 长乐驻泊，满载着丝绸、瓷器的舰队穿越马六甲海峡，直抵非洲东岸与红海之滨，拉开人类走向远洋的 序幕。 福州自古与海共生。闽江穿城而过、汇入东海，面对"八山一水一分田"的地理格局，海洋成为当地 人拓展生存空间的必然选择。"福州人的海洋基因，早已烙印在族群发展的血脉传承之中。"闽都文化研 究院院长王坚表示。 君看一叶舟，出没风波里。闽人经略海洋的历史，也是一部饱含血泪的迁徙史。 走进福清侨乡博物馆，一组"猪仔"照片触目惊心。康熙年间，清廷实施海禁，福州沿海居民被迫内 迁，鱼盐之利尽失。为寻出路，不少民众循着郑和的旧航线冒 ...

Core Viewpoint - The third China Overseas Intelligence Development Conference highlights the historical and ongoing contributions of overseas Chinese, particularly from Fuzhou, in fostering economic development and cultural exchange, emphasizing the transformation from "overseas Chinese entrepreneurship" to "overseas capital and intelligence supporting local development" [1][11]. Group 1: Historical Context - Fuzhou has a rich maritime history, dating back to Zheng He's voyages, which established early connections with the world [3][4]. - The migration of Fuzhou residents, often driven by adversity, has led to the establishment of overseas Chinese communities, with approximately 460 million Fuzhou people now residing in over 170 countries [5][6]. Group 2: Economic Contributions - The return of overseas Chinese has significantly impacted Fuzhou's industrial landscape, with investments leading to the establishment of key industrial zones like the Rongqiao Development Zone, which has expanded to 21.92 square kilometers and achieved an industrial output value of 100.83 billion yuan in 2024 [7][8]. - Fuzhou's economy has diversified, with the emergence of industries such as electronics, automotive parts, and optical devices, driven by overseas investments [7][8]. Group 3: New Generation of Entrepreneurs - The new generation of overseas Chinese is increasingly returning to Fuzhou with advanced technologies and international perspectives, contributing to local development and innovation [9][11]. - Initiatives like the "Overseas and Returned Personnel Development Mutual Aid Association" have been established to support returning entrepreneurs, facilitating connections with local resources and government support [10][11]. Group 4: Cultural and Educational Initiatives - Fuzhou has strengthened ties with overseas Chinese communities, establishing connections with nearly 300 overseas organizations and promoting cultural education initiatives [12]. - Programs aimed at fostering emotional and cultural ties among overseas Chinese youth have been implemented, enhancing their connection to their roots [12].