New zone gives shot in arm to city

Qingdao becomes base for offshore exploration, report Xie Chuanjiao and Zhao Lei in Qingdao, Shandong province

Entrepreneurs in the coastal city of Qingdao, Shandong province, are contemplating a boost to their businesses after the launch of China's newest development zone, the Qingdao West Coast New Area.

The zone will act as a base for offshore exploration and will promote innovation in China's maritime sector.