The 2026 Shanghai Global Investment Promotion Conference, held on March 14, brought together global investors and corporate leaders to explore collaboration opportunities. Over 10 companies from the Hongqiao International Central Business District (CBD) participated, representing a range of key industries.
During the face-to-face session of Hongqiao, local officials engaged in in-depth discussions with company representatives on key topics, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A) policy optimization, overseas business support, R&D collaboration, and industrial chain optimization. These exchanges were both practical and forward-looking.
Fangyuan Capital, which invests in Hongqiao, was drawn by the 2025 M&A support policy, which offers comprehensive assistance, lowering transaction costs and barriers. The business ecosystem in Hongqiao, with top legal and financial services, provides essential support throughout the process.
BSK has strategically chosen Hongqiao for its R&D and supply chain management functions. The location provides efficient access to top universities and industry leaders in the Yangtze River Delta (YRD), facilitating R&D collaboration.
Sichuan Zigong Transport Machinery Group Co has set up its East China headquarters in Hongqiao. The company plans to expand its operations in Africa, in line with the Belt and Road Initiative, taking advantage of Hongqiao's global resource network.
Since the start of 2026, the Hongqiao CBD has launched several initiatives to support international expansion for local businesses, including the establishment of the Yangtze River Delta International Talent and Technology Service Station.
