On May 15, the “Joining Forces to Go Global · Connecting ASEAN” event, designed to empower enterprises in their international expansion, was successfully held at the Sanming · ZGC Science and Technology Park Innovation Center. This event was co-hosted by ZGC International and the Sanming · ZGC Science and Technology Park, with the support of UOB (China).

Leveraging the core strengths of ZGC International’s overseas innovation service network and the domestic regional collaboration network of ZGC Information Valley, and based on Sanming’s industrial characteristics, the event focused on supporting local enterprises in Sanming to navigate the ASEAN market. It created a platform for collaboration among government, businesses, and professional institutions from both China and abroad.

Group photo of the event

Seizing the Moment: Opportunities at Hand

As the benefits of RCEP continue to unfold, ASEAN has emerged as the primary destination for Chinese enterprises looking to expand internationally. Sanming, an established industrial hub in Fujian Province, is now focusing on developing emerging industries such as the low-altitude economy, new energy, medical devices, environmental technology, and biomedicine. Local businesses have demonstrated a strong willingness to go global and a robust demand for international expansion.

The event kicked off at the Sanming · ZGC Science and Technology Park Innovation Center

Mr. Wang Zhangsheng, Member of the Party Working Committee and Deputy Director of the Administrative Committee of Haixi Sanming Ecological Industrial and Trade Zone, was present and delivered a speech. He emphasized that venturing into global markets is essential for enterprises looking to grow and enhance their capabilities. Although Sanming is inland, it must actively embrace the global market, rely on ZGC’s high-end platform resources, and bolster its confidence and determination to “go out”.

Mr. Wang Zhangsheng, Member of the Party Working Committee and Deputy Director of the Administrative Committee of Haixi Sanming Ecological Industrial and Trade Zone, delivering a speech

Rich and Diverse Agenda

The agenda featured six key segments: policy interpretation, thematic presentations, institutional roadshows, enterprise showcases, interactive discussions, and on-site visits. These components were designed to provide comprehensive support for enterprises in the Park seeking to go global.

Cao Xueling, Director of the Enterprise Go-Global Service Department at ZGC International, highlighted the benefits of ZGC’s integrated “two-network” approach, promising efficient coordination of resources and seamless support throughout the full process and full cycle, from preparation for going global to local landing.

Cao Xueling, Director of the Enterprise Go-Global Service Department at ZGC International, delivering a thematic sharing

The event attracted a diverse range of high-quality enterprises from various sectors in Sanming, including low-altitude economy, new energy, biomedicine, environmental technology, cross-border e-commerce, and high-end manufacturing. Prominent participants included Southeast Aviation Technology (东南航空科技), Jince Environment (金测环境), Fangkang Import & Export (方康进出口), Jinzhun Medical (津准医学), Kefei New Materials, Xingyao E‑commerce (星耀电商), Kuaiyu Technology (快鱼科技), and Sanming Zhida Technology, all eager to explore new opportunities in ASEAN.

The event also brought together several renowned ASEAN professional institutions, including UOB, Singapore’s Sembcorp Group, Malaysia’s EcoWorld Group, Fuzhou Linkin Group, Hanlin Law Firm, and Labuan Malaysia. Participating enterprises engaged in in‑depth discussions with their ASEAN partners on practical issues such as ASEAN market access, overseas corporate structuring, tax incentives, work permit application, cross‑border fund receipts and payments, park site selection, and compliance risk management.

The organizers also arranged on‑site visits for guests to key local enterprises in Sanming, offering firsthand insights into the region’s industrial achievements, technological strengths, and potential for overseas cooperation.

Visiting the Southeast Aviation Technology Exhibition Hall

Platform Empowerment: Connecting the Globe

As the core vehicle of ZGC Group’s global innovation collaboration network, ZGC International connects global innovation entities and brings together global innovation resources. To date, it has established over 20 overseas innovation nodes and 10 international funds, with a total fund size exceeding USD 1 billion. This initiative has supported more than 500 global science and technology innovation projects.

Looking ahead, ZGC International plans to continue leveraging its “ZGC AI Enterprise Go-Global Service Port” and the “ZGC AI Enterprise Go-Global Service Station (ASEAN)” as key platforms. It will further expand its service network in ASEAN countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia, and establish a regular go-global service mechanism, aiming to provide ZGC technology enterprises with comprehensive full-process support, including policy consulting, resource matchmaking, landing guidance, compliance and risk control, and investment and financing assistance.