Core Viewpoint - Nanjing Weili Zhizhi Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. successfully listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, raising up to $189 million, marking the second listing in Nanjing Jiangbei New Area this year [1] Company Overview - Founded in 2012, Weili Zhizhi is a clinical-stage biotech company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing new therapies for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other major diseases [1] - The company has a diverse product portfolio with 14 innovative drug candidates, including 4 core products, all of which are leading in global clinical progress [1] Product Highlights - LBL-024, a dual-targeting antibody drug, is the first and only candidate drug globally to enter the registration clinical stage targeting PD-L1 and 4-1BB [2] - LBL-024's initial indication is for lung neuroendocrine carcinoma, a malignancy with limited effective treatment options [2] - Clinical data shows LBL-024 demonstrates good efficacy and safety in both monotherapy and combination therapy, providing new hope for patients facing treatment challenges [2] - The drug has received breakthrough therapy designation from the National Medical Products Administration and orphan drug status from the FDA for treating neuroendocrine carcinoma [2] - LBL-024 is also approved for clinical research in several other cancers, including small cell lung cancer, cholangiocarcinoma, ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, liver cancer, and gastric cancer [2] Industry Context - The Nanjing Jiangbei New Area is experiencing rapid development in the life and health industry, with a total of 405 listed drug products, including 6 first-class new drugs [3] - The area is focused on creating an innovative ecosystem for the biopharmaceutical industry, integrating research, production, and application [3]