Young Shenzhen students impress Australian influencer with English fluency

04-09,2026

A video of Shenzhen students interacting with a foreign blogger in fluent English has gone viral.A video of three Chinese middle school students communicating fluently in English with an Australian online influencer has gone viral on global social media platforms recently.The visitor praised them with the remark: "Well-spoken!"The encounter took place on the afternoon of March 18, when 50 teachers and students from Longcheng Innovation School visited the world's first robot 6S store in Shenzhen as part of a study tour.Students take part in Longgang's "Half-Day Weekly Off-Campus Program" at the world's first robot 6S store in Shenzhen.While filming an English vlog, the three students confidently introduced local landmarks such as Universiade Center and Gankeng Ancient Town to the blogger.The video was later posted on Facebook and TikTok, showcasing the charm of Longgang and Shenzhen to global viewers.Local students showcase Longgang's charm in a series of English-language promotional videos. This is not an isolated case. The school has produced several English-language videos promoting Longgang in preparation for the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting to be held in Shenzhen this November.It has also compiled teaching materials (as a book/video titled) Telling Shenzhen's Stories in English, helping young students bridge cultures and share local stories with the world.

APEC-inspired children's music exchange held at CUHK-Shenzhen

04-08,2026

Children wave their arms at the music exchange event.Three children's choirs took part in a multicultural music exchange at the School of Music, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen).The event brought together the "Xiaohuatong" Choir from Badeng Community, Nanyuan Street, Futian district, along with two other children's choirs, for an exchange focused on ethnic culture and child-friendly activities.The program fully includes APEC multicultural elements. Children learn calypso folk songs such as The Papaya Song under professional guidance. They explore the cultural meaning behind the music, experience the artistic charm of different regions, and broaden their international vision and understanding.Through chorus performances and experience sharing, children of various ethnic groups enjoy the charm of intangible cultural heritage music. They gain stage experience at a top art venue and build friendships through interaction.The activity shows the unity and integration of diverse ethnic cultures in China, and promotes cultural communication in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Malaysia-Shenzhen chamber delegation visits Longgang for stronger ties

04-07,2026

A business delegation led by the president of the Malaysia-Shenzhen General Chamber of Commerce, recently visited Longgang district, Shenzhen.Officials from Longgang's United Front Work Department, Bureau of Commerce, Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese and relevant chambers held friendly talks with the overseas Chinese group, discussing hometown connections and cooperation opportunities.As a key overseas Shenzhen-based organization, the chamber has long maintained close hometown links. This trip is both a cross-border reunion and a practical effort to fuel high-quality development using overseas Chinese resources.During the forum, Longgang introduced its economic progress, enterprise international service bases, support policies for Southeast Asian market expansion and related platform services. Chamber representatives shared preparations for the 9th International Conference of Shenzhen Associations 2026, inviting Longgang to join a Kuala Lumpur delegation, strengthening trade and cultural exchanges.The delegation praised Longgang’s strong industrial foundation, favorable policies and robust service system, calling it an ideal hub for enterprises entering Southeast Asia and for overseas Chinese investment.The group toured local associations and enterprises focusing on intelligent manufacturing, drones and cross-border e-commerce. In-depth discussions on product selection, logistics, overseas warehouses and localized operations yielded practical cooperation ideas. Many merchants vowed to bring Longgang’s products, technologies and models to Malaysia, acting as its overseas spokespersons and civil ambassadors.

Longgang, TUV Rheinland, SUIT team up for low-altitude tech certification base

04-02,2026

Longgang district signed a framework agreement with TUV Rheinland and Shenzhen University of Information Technology (SUIT) on March 25 to build a low-altitude technology testing and certification base.Yu Xiquan, secretary of the Longgang District Committee of the CPC, Dr-Ing Michael Fübi, CEO of TUV Rheinland, and Miao Ningli, secretary of the Party Committee of SUIT, attended the signing ceremony.Under the agreement, the three parties will jointly establish a standardization committee and a research and training base, and carrying out in-depth cooperation in talent cultivation, technical exchange, standard formulation, training and certification, and technical services to build a world-class certification platform in Longgang.Yu noted that Longgang is building a hub for testing, piloting and demonstrating new technologies and hopes to expand cooperation to AI and robotics to create an international benchmark for industry-university collaboration.Miao said SUIT will utilize its talent and research strengths to advance industry-education integration, while Dr Fübi said TUV Rheinland will integrate its global expertise into SUIT's curriculum to nurture professionals of an international caliber.TUV Rheinland is a leading global third-party testing and certification body with over 150 years of experience. SUIT ranks top among China's vocational universities, with two disciplines in the top 1 percent of the ESI global ranking. It also has strong capabilities in low-altitude technology.Together, the three parties will boost the global competitiveness of Longgang's low-altitude economy and drive high-quality, internationalized industrial development.

Longgang builds data lab to power low-altitude economy

04-01,2026

The Longgang Government Services and Data Management Bureau signs a strategic cooperation agreement with the Low-Altitude Economy Branch of International Digital Economy Academy (IDEA) at the Conference.Longgang signed a strategic cooperation agreement and established a Joint Laboratory for High-Quality Data at the 2026 Longgang Low-Altitude Economy Innovation and Development Conference on March 27.The partners are the Longgang Government Services and Data Management Bureau and the Low-Altitude Economy Branch of the IDEA. The move marks a key step in the market-oriented reform of data elements for the local low-altitude economy.The two sides will set up the joint laboratory to conduct research on key low-altitude data technologies and pilot the application of research outcomes locally. They will also explore the establishment of a low-altitude data operation center to promote data integration, governance and regulated flow, unlock the value of data, and develop a replicable "Longgang Model" for data-driven industrial innovation.As a core hub for Shenzhen's low-altitude economy, Longgang has established a full industrial chain supported by three major platforms: a low-altitude intelligent test base, a unified UAV management service platform, and a spatiotemporal digital infrastructure. The district contributes abundant data resources and practical scenarios, while the institute brings advanced digital solutions. The cooperation will deepen the integration of the data industry with the low-altitude economy, autonomous driving and embodied intelligence.Moving forward, Longgang will harness data potential and establish a regulated data ecosystem to promote the high-quality, safe and sustainable development of the low-altitude economy.

Longgang builds low-altitude tech testing base with TUV Rheinland

03-31,2026

Dr-Ing Michael Fubi, chairman of the Executive Board of Management of TUV Rheinland, pays a visit to Shenzhen University of Information Technology.Longgang district signed a framework agreement with TUV Rheinland, the Longgang Bureau of Commerce and Shenzhen University of Information Technology on March 25. This move aims to jointly build a research and training base for low-altitude technology testing and certification.As a top industrial district in China, Longgang hosts nearly 200 low-altitude economy enterprises. However, it has long faced high costs and long cycles for overseas certification, as local firms had to travel to Europe for related services. The new base is set to enable local firms to complete full testing and certification locally, improving efficiency and strengthening the industrial chain.Under the government-industry-university model, the three parties will train professional personnel and promote the integration of education, talent, industry and innovation chains to nurture a high-quality workforce for the sector.Supported by TUV Rheinland's global network, local enterprises will gain one-stop international compliance services to better access global markets. This is poised to also assist enterprises in upgrading from product exports to standard and brand exports, enhancing the global influence of the low-altitude industry in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.Longgang plans to expand such cooperation to AI and industrial robots, aiming to build a comprehensive international testing platform and boost high-quality, globalized development of its advanced industries.

Longgang unveils new medical research institute with Shantou University

03-30,2026

The Shenzhen Research Institute of Shantou University Medical College held its inauguration ceremony in Longgang on March 24. Local government officials, including District Mayor Wang Cefei, attended the event.The launch upgrades the long-standing cooperation between Shantou University Medical College and Longgang. Their partnership is shifting from clinical teaching to a full-spectrum innovation framework covering research and development, clinical trials, industrial incubation and talent training. The institute will prioritize AI-enabled research in healthcare and optometry.Biopharma is a core strategic industry for Longgang and Shenzhen. By 2025, the district has gathered 445 medical device firms and 37 pharmaceutical R&D and production enterprises. The biopharma sector generated 6.15 billion yuan ($849 million) in added value and 27.41billion yuan in total output value.The institute will partner with Longgang's AI and Life and Health Industrial Park to provide one-stop services for related enterprises. It aims to shorten clinical trial approval time to 25 days or less, serve over 50 enterprises annually and accelerate the commercialization of innovative drugs and medical devices. Longgang government pledges full support to build it as a benchmark for university-district collaboration.

Longgang to host low-altitude economy event, FPV drone race

03-27,2026

Longgang will kick off the 2026 Low-Altitude Economy Innovation and Development Conference and the FPV Drone Challenge at Hong Leong Technology Park and Shenzhen Universiade Center Gymnasium on March 27.Shenzhen Universiade Center Gymnasium serves as a key venue for the 2026 Longgang Low-Altitude Economy Conference and the FPV Drone Challenge.Nearly 80 enterprises will showcase their cutting-edge technologies such as complete drone systems, eVTOLs, helicopters and low-altitude safety equipment. Core tech platforms like the spatiotemporal infrastructure and the unified low-altitude flight management platform will be fully open to the public. Meanwhile, top experts from Huawei, Changhe Aircraft Industry Group, IDEA Research Institute and Tsinghua University will gather for government-enterprise cooperation.Hong Leong Technology Park serves as a key venue for the 2026 Longgang Low-Altitude Economy Conference and the FPV Drone Challenge.The conference will release low-altitude economy scenario demands, launch an industrial investment fund to support upstream and downstream enterprises, and inaugurate a low-altitude safety equipment industry consortium to build a comprehensive safety prevention and control system.A drone light formation creates a dynamic 3D visual display against the night sky.The FPV Drone Challenge, a highlight of the event, returns to the Universiade Center after the 2018 World Drone Championship. It features a 4,500-drone formation creating an immersive 3D light-and-shadow track, plus a stunning night drone light show for an upgraded viewing experience.The event aims to align sci-tech sports with urban development, showcase Longgang's strength and potential in the low-altitude economy, and inject new vitality into industrial growth.

Longgang holds APEC event to boost private firms' ASEAN expansion

03-26,2026

Longgang hosted the APEC-themed event for private enterprises focusing on Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand at its Enterprise Internationalization Service Center on March 13, drawing over 110 private firms and professional service institutions in total.Longgang District Enterprise Internationalization Service Base, a modern hub supporting local firms in global expansion.The event aims to seize the opportunities brought by Shenzhen's hosting of the 2026 APEC meeting and help local private enterprises connect with resources in the ASEAN market. Centered on market insights, professional empowerment, risk control and experience sharing, the event delivered all-round support for enterprises expanding abroad.The event brought together professional service providers, industry leaders and government officials with over 110 participants in total.Professional institutions explained the economic structure of the three countries and highlighted cooperation opportunities in digital economy and advanced manufacturing, while also introducing tax incentives and industrial park investment policies.Professional service providers deliver targeted guidance to enterprises, addressing practical challenges in overseas expansion.Financial and accounting experts provided practical solutions for cross-border tax planning and capital flow management, and government departments clarified rules on overseas IP protection and foreign investment filing to build a solid compliance barrier.Leading local enterprises including Sangfor Technologies and Han's Assembly & Testing Technology shared their successful experience in ASEAN market development and overseas subsidiaries management, offering replicable methods for sci-tech and advanced manufacturing firms.During the exchange session, participants held in-depth discussions on market access, policy adjustment and resource matching, laying a solid foundation for future cooperation.Longgang stated it will continue to rely on platforms such as the Enterprise Internationalization Service Base, launch more targeted and professional overseas services for key industries and regions, and improve the comprehensive service system for enterprises expanding abroad.