In 2025, Zhejiang’s GDP reached RMB 9.45 trillion (+5.5%), ranking fourth nationally for foreign investment, concentrated in Hangzhou, Jinhua and Ningbo. Hangzhou's economy is driven by a dual-engine approach: Digital Economy and Advanced Manufacturing. The city hosts 44 unicorns and over 230 robotics companies. High-growth sectors include the digital economy, automotive, electronic equipment, high-end manufacturing and industrial robotics.

Why participate:

• Obtain in depth market intelligence of Hangzhou/Zhejiang and latest business-related policies.
• Access to high-level Government meetings with Zhejiang Provincial Government.
• Explore commercial opportunities, expand business networks and enhance brand visibility through business matchmaking and forums.
• Join site visits to leading robotics, manufacturing, renewable energy and automotive companies.

Delegation Details:

Date: Wed-Fri, 22-24 April 2026
Partners: Zhejiang Provincial Government, CITIC Group
Format: Conference, B2G meeting, business matchmaking, site visit and networking reception
Venue: Hangzhou, Ningbo, Jinhua
Scale: Up to 200 business representatives are expected to attend the three-day programme.

Registration & Travel Info: Participation in the delegation is free of charge for British companies. All travel to/from Hangzhou as well as accommodation costs will be borne by delegates themselves. CBBC and our partners will arrange transportation within Hangzhou and the surrounding cities.

View the event programme here

Any questions, please contact Serena.li@cbbc.org (China based) or Vanessa.liang@cbbc.org (UK based) for further information. 

Please RSVP by 10th April.

The programme is being developed now, we will keep guests updated on any further arrangements.

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