On May 22, the “Connect Globally · Gather in Nantong – 2026 China (Nantong) Medical Devices Global Buyer-Supplier Matching Conference” was successfully held in Nantong, Jiangsu Province. This event was co-organized by ZGC Overseas Science and Technology Park and Nantong Economic & Technological Development Area (NETDA). It brought together 25 overseas buyers from South and Central Asia and more than 30 high-quality medical device companies from the Yangtze River Delta region. 10 letters of intent for purchase were signed at the conference, with a total purchase value of approximately RMB 30 million. Mr. Cao Haifeng, Deputy Secretary of the Party Working Committee and Director of the Administrative Committee of NETDA, along with other government officials and domestic and international guests, were present to witness this fruitful achievement in international industrial collaboration.

This matching conference is another compelling example of how ZGC Overseas Science and Technology Park leverages its global innovation network and integrated industrial service system to empower regional key industries and connect with international markets.

1. Global Networking: Synergizing “Bringing In” and “Going Global”

As a pivotal service entity in ZGC Group’s overseas operations, ZGC Overseas Science and Technology Park (the “Park”) has been committed since its inception in 2003 to providing comprehensive international services to local governments, tech institutions, and enterprises seeking to expand globally. The successful holding of the Nantong matching conference exemplifies the Park’s precise deployment of its global network resources. The event featured Sailesh Kadel, Chairman of the Nepal Chemical and Medical Suppliers Association (CHEMSAN), along with the delegation he led. They engaged in one-on‑one in‑depth negotiations with Yangtze River Delta companies across core product categories, including in vitro diagnostic equipment, monitoring instruments, medical consumables, rehabilitation devices, and implantable and interventional products. Through a full‑service process, including early‑stage precise screening, supply‑demand pre‑matching, and on‑site deep negotiation, the Park ensured that “meaningful discussions on stage lead to real outcomes off stage,” effectively turning cooperation intentions into actual business value.

2. Industrial Empowerment: Offering Comprehensive Services from “Aspiring to Go Global” to “Landing in Local Market”

The integrated service system of ZGC Overseas Science and Technology Park is far more than a simple exhibition organization – it is a systematic solution covering the entire lifecycle of enterprises going global. By establishing three major pillars – the “Global Innovation Node Network Support System”, the “Exhibition+ Enterprise Go‑Global Service System”, and the “High‑end Platform and Influence Building System” – the Park forms a closed loop from initial consulting and overseas entry to capital empowerment.

In the Nantong event, the Park fully leveraged its “Exhibition+” service advantages. In the preliminary phase, it made targeted invitations to professional buyers from South and Central Asia via its global node network to ensure attendance of high-quality buyers; throughout the event, it arranged dedicated supply‑demand negotiations at the Nantong NETDA Biomedical Science Park, generating an immersive “front‑store‑back‑factory” matching environment; and following the event, it will actively monitor the implementation of the signed ten letters of intent for purchase, providing in‑depth support through the Park’s cross‑border service system, including legal, tax, and localized operations if needed.

More notably, the Park is building a “never‑ending” overseas showcase for Chinese medical device companies through permanent overseas promotion platforms such as the “ZGC Innovation Products Display Center” based in the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC). This enables companies not only to connect with buyers during the Nantong event but also to benefit from continuous brand exposure, precise buyer matching, and order facilitation all year round through the Park’s global nodes. This approach effectively addresses the common challenges of “information asymmetry, unstable channels, and inadequate landing support” that companies encounter when venturing abroad.

3. Platform Responsibility: Serving as the “Internationalization Partner” for Governments and Enterprises

At the matching conference, Mr. Cao Haifeng, Deputy Secretary of the Party Working Committee and Director of the Administrative Committee of NETDA, highlighted that the medical device industry is one of the strategic emerging industries that the NETDA is prioritizing for development. He expressed hope that the event would serve as a bridge to deepen international economic and trade cooperation, ultimately driving high‑quality industrial growth. In Nantong, ZGC Overseas Science and Technology Park goes beyond simply organizing the event; it plays a crucial role as a “co-builder” of NETDA’s international industrial ecosystem. On one hand, the Park helps local governments accurately identify and connect with overseas projects, technologies, and talents, facilitating the region’s active integration into the global innovation network. On the other hand, its cross‑border service model of “overseas incubation + ZGC acceleration” attracts high‑end international innovation resources to China. This threefold approach of “local industry + ZGC resources + global network” forms the core strength of the Park in serving high‑quality regional development.

The successful conclusion of the Nantong medical device matching conference underscores the Park’s importance as a “domestic cross‑border service platform linking innovation entities and innovation factors”. Looking forward, supported by over 30 global innovation nodes as its antennae, an integrated industrial service system as its core, and the capital and ecosystem resources of ZGC Group as its foundation, ZGC Overseas Science and Technology Park is set to deeply serve local industrial upgrading, empower more “Intelligent Manufacturing in China” to launch into international markets, establishing “ZGC” not just as the birthplace of Chinese innovation but also as a vital connector of global innovation efforts.

About Beijing ZGC Overseas Science and Technology Park Co., Ltd.: Established in 2003, this company operates as a subsidiary of ZGC Group, with its major shareholders being ZGC Group and the New Technology Center of the Ministry of Science and Technology. Its primary mission is to facilitate the entry of overseas technologies, talent, capital, and projects into Beijing while also extending these resources throughout China. Additionally, the company provides a broad range of comprehensive services to domestic governments, tech institutions, and tech enterprises seeking to expand internationally and engage in global activities. Driven by its goal to support the international development of science parks and enterprises, the company has consistently broadened its service offerings and enhanced service quality. Over the years, it has successfully built a global network of innovation hubs. Beginning with policy consulting, the company has diversified its services to include international training, exhibitions, and market development. Today, ZGC Overseas Science and Technology Park stands as a significant player in advancing the internationalization of ZGC Science Park.