Qingdao's scientific and creative strength improves
China DailyQingdao boasts a vibrant economy in Shandong province. Qingdao has made remarkable progress in the Global Innovation Index 2023 report recently released by the World Intellectual Property Organization. Qingdao ranked 23rd among the global top 100 scientific and technological innovation clusters, climbing 11 spots from the previous year, making it one of the fastest-rising cities in China. This rapid ascent reflects Qingdao's proactive response to the national innovation-driven development strategy and its global recognition in promoting scientific and technological innovation and driving high-quality development. In 2022, Qingdao was approved as part of the first batch of national demonstration cities for the development of strong intellectual property rights.