Mayor Wang Zhongbing inspected the "Southern Maritime Valley" exhibition area and the International Tourism & Culture Pavilion at the 2015 China Marine Economy Expo (CMEE) in Zhanjiang Olympic Sports Center on Nov 27, appealing to exhibitors to promote local brands and improve the city's reputation with greater efforts.

Various enterprises, colleges, universities and scientific research institutions showcased their latest achievements in marine science and technology at the "Southern Maritime Valley" exhibition area, while maritime technology makers from around the country showed their passion for entrepreneurship and innovative products.

At the China National Fisheries Corporation stand, the mayor viewed samples and semi-finished euphausia products and learned details about growing euphausia. The company plans to establish a research center for polar resources development and utilization in Zhanjiang. It will also build a large scale cold storage house, seafood research and processing center and cold chain logistics system, which will help drive Zhanjiang's fishery and marine industry.

Wang also encouraged Guangdong Peninsula Group to further improve its technology to advanced levels and enhance brand awareness after watching the company's robot show.

He also praised innovative products developed by maker groups. He promised to provide preferential policies for makers and support university students' entrepreneurship initiatives.

At the International Tourism & Culture Pavilion, Mayor Wang appreciated folk performances such as lion dance and Lei Opera.

He was also attracted by pictures made with shells, reflecting local scenic spots at Zhanjiang tourism stand. He encouraged entrepreneurial teams to develop more tourism products with innovative ideas and further promote Zhanjiang as a prime tourist destination.

Mayor Wang Zhongbing (L3) inspects the "Southern Maritime Valley" exhibition area at 2015 CMEE in Zhanjiang on Nov 27. [Photo/zhanjiang.gov.cn]

Mayor Wang Zhongbing inspects the International Tourism & Culture Pavilion at 2015 CMEE in Zhanjiang on Nov 27. [Photo/zhanjiang.gov.cn]

Mayor Wang Zhongbing is attracted by an innovative product developed by makers at 2015 CMEE in Zhanjiang on Nov 27. [Photo/zhanjiang.gov.cn]

Edited by Mevlut Katik