Suzhou Global Investment Conference Secures 341.57 Billion Yuan in Deals
Suzhou, Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
The Suzhou Global Investment Promotion Conference 2025 concluded with 417 projects and agreements totaling 341.57 billion yuan, emphasizing Suzhou’s role as a major destination for foreign direct investment.
Massive Investment Deals Inked
On April 26, 2025, the Suzhou Global Investment Promotion Conference sealed agreements for a combined 341.57 billion Chinese yuan, sustained through 417 projects. This figure highlights Suzhou’s growing role as a key hub for foreign direct investment [1][2].
Key Participants and Attractions
Over 1,200 global business leaders participated, including representatives from Fortune 500 companies and renowned international corporations. Suzhou’s appeal is bolstered by its dynamic economy, regulatory openness, and innovation-focused initiatives. The city supports over 19,000 foreign enterprises and hosts 178 Fortune 500 companies [3][4].
Innovation and Global Cooperation
Suzhou is committed to enhancing its position as an international innovation hub. The recently launched Global Industrial Innovation Partnership Program seeks to solidify ties with enterprises globally, encapsulating Suzhou’s vision of fostering industrial advancement and open innovation [5][6].
A Hotspot for Foreign Investment
Suzhou’s conducive business environment continues to attract substantial foreign capital. In the first quarter of 2025 alone, the region recorded $3.53 billion in actual foreign capital use, marking a year-on-year increase of 9%. This growth is further supported by a 21.9% rise in reinvested profits, amounting to $825 million [5].