Qingdao has an environment comparable to Silicon Valley's, in California, or India's Bangalore, and is known for its marine resources. It has taken the lead in marine science research and has many industries in related areas.
Qingdao has its sights on being China's "blue Silicon Valley" - an international center for marine science and technology, a national area for marine scientific and technological innovative development, and a power behind the growth of "Blue Economic Zone".
Best of QingdaoQingdao hosted the sailing events in the 2008 Olympics and Paralympics, and has China's finest yachting facilities. In the past two years, it has hosted many international regattas along with the Volvo Ocean Race.
Qingdao has its sights on being China's "blue Silicon Valley" - an international center for marine science and technology, a national area for marine science.