Research tapping the ocean's bounty

Qingdao's capacity in marine science and research is opening a wide range of opportunities to further harness the ocean's resources.

"The city's leading position in China's marine science provides more advantages for future prosperity," said Zhang Yuanfu, vice-mayor of Qingdao.

After the National Center for Ocean Research was established in Qingdao last August, construction began in the first half of this year on a 1 billion yuan National Marine Laboratory.