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Qingdao WCNA welcomes beach runners

2026-11-11

The Hajiu 2026 Qingdao West Coast Beach Run concluded on Oct 31 in the Qingdao West Coast New Area (Qingdao WCNA). Organized by local authorities and co-organized by regional groups, the event brought together over a 1,000 runners for an energetic 5-kilometer journey across scenic coastal landscapes.
Tenaris expands production capacity in Qingdao

2026-11-10

Tenaris, a global manufacturer of pipes and related services for the energy industry, launched a project on Nov 5, the opening day of the ninth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, to expand the threading line for oilfield pipe accessories at its Qingdao production base.
Qingdao finds new growth in manufacturing and tourism

2026-11-10

Qingdao's economy grew 5.5 percent year-on-year to 1.42 trillion yuan (about $212.3 billion) in the first three quarters of 2026, with advanced manufacturing, technological innovation, and cultural tourism supporting growth across its 10 districts and county-level cities.
Qingdao advances underwater equipment industry

2026-11-10

Nearly 1,000 products and technical solutions were showcased at the 9th International Underwater Operations & Offshore Industry Expo, held in Qingdao from Nov 6 to 8, highlighting advances in underwater technology and intelligent equipment.
Qingdao's SCODA chosen to build national platform for foreign-related IP lawyers

2026-11-09

The management committee of the China-SCO Local Economic and Trade Cooperation Demonstration Area (SCODA) in Qingdao has been selected to develop a national practice platform for lawyers specializing in overseas intellectual property (IP) matters.
Qingdao strengthens global supply chain ties at CIIE

2026-11-09

Qingdao is deepening international industrial cooperation at the ninth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, which is running from Nov 5 to 10, moving beyond procurement to investment, manufacturing, and global supply chain partnerships.
Qingdao unveils themed winter getaways

2026-11-09

Qingdao has introduced 10 travel routes under the theme "Winter charm of mountains and sea, a rendezvous with gulls," inviting visitors to explore the coastal city through birdwatching, cafe visits, seafood, sailing, mountain hikes, and hot spring retreats.
Qingdao airport sees 627% surge in departure tax refunds

2026-11-06

Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport handled 6,182 departure tax refund applications in the first 10 months of 2026, up 627 percent year-on-year, as simplified procedures made shopping more convenient for overseas visitors.