Core Insights - The sixth World Archaeology Forum opened in Shanghai, focusing on "Technology, Society, and Archaeology," showcasing 11 significant archaeological findings globally, including two from China: the study of the Hongshan civilization and the Qingjian Zhaigou site in Shaanxi [1] Group 1: Archaeological Findings - The Hongshan civilization study, led by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, highlights the civilization's development over 6,500 to 4,800 years ago, expanding its known distribution from 200,000 square kilometers to 300,000 square kilometers [2] - The Qingjian Zhaigou site fundamentally alters the understanding of the late Shang Dynasty's civilization on the Loess Plateau, revealing a complex social structure and advanced bronze civilization [2] Group 2: Cultural Significance - The Hongshan culture is noted for its early innovations in jade ritual vessels and its exploration of the relationship between heaven and humanity, showcasing the continuity and innovation of Chinese civilization [2] - The Qingjian Zhaigou site provides crucial archaeological evidence of the political geography and cultural interactions between the Shang Dynasty and surrounding states, enhancing the understanding of early Chinese civilization's formation [2]