Annual Shanghai-Taipei City Forum kicks off in Shanghai

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2025.12.28 15:48 GMT+8

Annual Shanghai-Taipei City Forum kicks off in Shanghai

Updated 2025.12.28 15:48 GMT+8

Zheng Yibing

The mayors of Shanghai and Taipei meet to discuss cooperation and exchanges in Shanghai, China, December 28, 2025. /CGTN

The annual Shanghai-Taipei City Forum opened on Sunday in Shanghai, aiming to promote cooperation and exchanges in urban development. This year's event has drawn hundreds of participants from both cities.

The mayors of Shanghai and Taipei exchange gifts in Shanghai, China, December 28, 2025. /CGTN

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an heads a 120-strong delegation. Chiang was met by his Shanghai counterpart Gong Zheng ahead of the forum on Sunday morning. This year, the forum features discussions and experience-sharing in healthcare, transportation and other technology-driven sectors, according to the Shanghai municipal government.

Shanghai Mayor Gong Zheng delivers a speech during the Shanghai-Taipei City Forum in Shanghai, China, December 28, 2025. /CGTN

The forum is expected to help promote communication and cooperation between the Chinese mainland and the Taiwan region.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an delivers a speech during the Shanghai-Taipei City Forum in Shanghai, China, December 28, 2025. /CGTN

Annual Shanghai-Taipei City Forum kicks off in Shanghai

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