Shandong is further opening to the outside world. With global ports, China–Europe freight trains, free trade zones, and international partnerships, the province is becoming a key gateway connecting Asia to global markets.

Shandong has boosted ties with Central and Eastern European countries by hosting 50+ high-level meetings and reaching 55 sister-city friendships. The connection is about to get even deeper! 🗓️The 7th China-CEEC Local Leaders' Meeting will take place on May 25–29. A week of dialogue and shared opportunities awaits!

Shandong Ruyi, which has struggled to cope with a heavy debt load, failed to pay back investors on a $153m bond, the latest in a string of defaults in China

A Shandong–Africa cultural gala kicked off in Jinan on Aug 4, bringing vibrant music, dance performances, and heartfelt moments to the stage. The event celebrated the longstanding China-Africa friendship and the deepening exchanges and cooperation between Shandong and the continent.

An art exhibition at Shandong Art Museum is under fire after a child spotted obvious AI flaws — six fingers, extra limbs — in a painter's submitted work. The painting has been removed. The museum said it only provides the venue, and the review was the organizer's responsibility.

At Mount Tai in Shandong Province, east China, a young boy spent his hike picking up more than 100 plastic bottles left behind by visitors, then exchanged them for souvenirs at one of the mountain's Zero-Carbon recycling stations.#MountTai#