The 2nd International Innovation and Entrepreneurship Pitching Competition

Yunnan: Doing business with China and Southeast Asia and Beyond
Nestled in Southwest China, Yunnan province is emerging as a pivotal gateway to Southeast Asia and South Asia, bordered by Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam. Its strategic location fuels regional trade and investment, making Yunnan a crucial hub for economic development.

Leveraging its strategic advantages, Yunnan fosters a premier business environment, focusing on resource economy, industrial park economy, and port economy enhancement.

In 2023, Yunnan's regional GDP exceeded 3 trillion yuan, marking a 4.4% growth from the previous year.

With its strategic location, robust infrastructure, and government support, Yunnan has become an ideal location for numerous businesses and investors.

Guandu District, a core area of the China (Yunnan) Pilot Free Trade Zone, is Kunming's new urban center, focusing on headquarters economy, foreign trade, digital economy, cultural tourism, health care, and new industries. With an economic output of 153.5 billion yuan, 419,000 market entities, and a population of 1.63 million, it leads Yunnan in key indicators. Home to 2,867 foreign trade enterprises and the highest trade volume in Kunming, it also tops the province in institutional innovations and registered trademarks. Guandu has 15 industrial parks, creating an "industrial ecosystem" serving China and extending to South and Southeast Asia.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Executive Centre - One Raffles Quay | Serviced & Virtual Offices and Workspace, The Executive Centre - One Raffles Quay | Serviced & Virtual Offices and Workspace, Singapore, Singapore