We are pleased to introduce you to the investment environment of the city of Weihai, located in Shandong Province.
In this guide, you will find the experiences of companies that have already invested in Weihai, as well as more information about the investment environment and the pillar industries.
For more than 15 years, the Flanders-China Chamber of Commerce and the Weihai government have formed a strong bond to help build and then strengthen trade relations between both sides and to introduce each other’s investment environment.
The Chamber has received many delegations from the city and also organised several business delegations to Weihai. The city has already major investments from Belgian companies, such as those from Bekaert, Beaulieu International Group. The Huiyin Group, a Chinese company established by a Belgian in Weihai, recently invested in Flanders.
The cities of Ghent and Weihai also signed a partner city agreement which will give the opportunity to exchange information and to develop our cooperation across the board, including economic, trade, culture and education ties.
Weihai has a very business-friendly investment environment. The seven pillar industries are Information technology, Medicine & medical devices, Advanced equipment and intelligent manufacturing, Carbon fiber,Marine biology and healthy food, Fashion and leisure sports products, Health & wellness tourism.
When we visit Weihai, we never cease to be impressed with its dynamism and fast development. The GDP of Weihai reached USD49.5 bn in 2021, the economic growth is above the national average. It is also a wonderful place to live and work, with spectacular scenery and a clean environment.
We wish to thank the Mayor of Weihai, Ms Kong Fanping and the Weihai Bureau of Commerce for the excellent support they give to our member companies in Weihai.
We hope more companies will follow the road to Weihai!
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