The annual Hechuanghui Grand Ceremony was held on Dec 8 in Hefei – capital of East China's Anhui province – showcasing the city's commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship.

Hechuanghui is an innovation and entrepreneurship brand being promoted by the Hefei National High-Tech Industry Development Zone.

The ceremony took place in Zhongan Chuanggu Technology Park, an innovation and entrepreneurship community in the high-tech zone. 

The event highlighted the achievements of the Hefei high-tech zone in innovation, as well as the key support from the provincial and municipal governments for technological development.

During the proceedings, a signing ceremony took place between the Hefei High-tech Zone and the Grand Union of Innovation Service Platform (Anhui Province) Co Ltd – with eight projects signed. 

The signing of a raft of projects takes place at the annual Hechuanghui Grand Ceremony in Hefei. [Photo/gxq.hefei.gov.cn]

The collaboration is said to mark an important milestone in fostering innovation and cooperation between the two parties. 

The ceremony also highlighted the latest achievements of the Hefei zone in the Quantum Center Index. 

With the backing of strong government support and strategic partnerships, Hefei is aspiring to become a global leader in technological advancement and commercialization.