On September 27, 2024 Foshan Talents Night was held in Sanlongwan Sci-Tech City, bringing together talent from around the world for a night of celebration.

Organized by the Sanlongwan Sci-Tech City Management Committee, the event, themed "Intelligence Creates the Future", deeply integrated social interaction with cultural and artistic elements.

The goal of the event was to create a "talent circle" in Foshan, combining cultural displays, talent exchanges, and performance experiences. This effort supports Foshan to strengthen the city with talent, build a high-level talent hub, and promote the city's high-quality economic and social development.

During the event, the newly integrated "Nine Pavilions, One Center" initiative was officially launched, along with the announcement of the "Intelligence Gathering" talent series. This move aims to create a future city that combines talent development with cultural advancement, painting a new picture of deeper integration between culture, technology, commerce, and tourism.

Celebrate Together To Bring Joy

In Foshan, there is not only an "Entrepreneurs' Day" but also a "Talent Day." This illustrates the city's commitment to attracting talent with both opportunity and sincerity.

For example, the venue was designed to foster relaxed and enjoyable social interactions, and used culture and art as a bridge for international exchange, expressing the city's appreciation for talent. Moreover, the program also emphasized the spirit of craftsmanship in Sanlongwan, incorporating elements of Foshan's martial arts and historical culture, highlighting Foshan's unique charm.

To better serve talent and harness the potential of the "Nine Pavilions, One Center" platform, Sanlongwan is implementing a high-quality development strategy for the integration of culture, commerce, and tourism. The goal is to transform the area into a major cultural industry base, promoting a symbiotic relationship between culture and the economy, advancing cultural innovation, and becoming a leading center for international cultural exchange, particularly between China and Europe. Sanlongwan will also serve as a hub for talent in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.

At the event, the theme video presents a vibrant and creative portrayal of life, blending Chinese and Western cultures. It invites dreamers, thinkers, and participants to experience the lively spirit of Lingnan region, where art and technology converge, and sports and culture collide in a celebration of diversity and discovery.

During the event, 2024 Charming Sanlongwan Media Contest was also announced, aiming to engage the public and content creators in sharing the stories of Sanlongwan. Through this initiative, the dynamic cultural, international, and community aspects of Sanlongwan will be vividly displayed.

"Foshan is the first city in the province to establish 'Entrepreneurs' Day' and 'Talent Day,' and this year is the third year to celebrate these events," said Lu Wenyong, Deputy Director of the Organization Department of the Foshan Municipal Committee.

Lu also stated that Foshan is seizing the opportunity presented by the construction of the Greater Bay Area's talent hub, and in alignment with the '515' high-quality development strategy, the city is optimizing its '2+N' talent policy framework to build an environment where talent can thrive. The celebration blends social interaction with cultural arts, offering a unique opportunity for talents to enjoy the beauty of the city and experience Foshan's deep commitment to attracting and honoring talent.

Work Together For a Better Future

In Sanlongwan Sci-Tech City, cultural and sports venues such as the Foshan Grand Theatre, Foshan Library, Foshan Urban Exhibition Center, Foshan Youth Cultural Palace, Foshan Century Lotus Sports Center, and Foshan International Sports Culture and Performing Arts Center are strategically located, embodying the concept of "Nine Pavilions, One Center."

The member institutions of the "Nine Pavilions, One Center" will collaborate to plan and host high-quality cultural performances, providing citizens with a rich and colorful cultural feast. Additionally, Sanlongwan will leverage its advantages to vigorously develop innovative culture attracting more cultural talents and creative enterprises to establish a thriving creative industry cluster, thus injecting robust momentum into the sustainable prosperity of Foshan's cultural industry.

A New Chapter Regarding Talent Services

Sanlongwan has become a hub for technological innovation and talent attraction. Current statistics show that the area hosts one provincial laboratory, 29 listed companies, 87 provincial engineering technology research centers, 11 incubators, 10 maker spaces, over 400 high-tech enterprises, and 202 registered technology-based SMEs.

Foshan Talents Night reaffirmed the city's dedication to serving talent with concrete actions. The upcoming "Intelligence Gathering" series of talent events will elevate talent service levels. Moreover, several high-quality activities will be staged in Sanlongwan Sci-Tech City to meet the cultural needs of talented individuals and support the growth and development of their children.

In addition to optimizing talent policies, improving services, and enhancing the talent development environment, Sanlongwan will continue to attract diverse talent to empower Foshan's high-quality development.

"Gather wisdom from all corners and welcome talent from all directions. Looking forward, Sanlongwan will continue its commitment to talent attraction and cultivation, showing respect for entrepreneurs and talent with concrete actions," said Zhang Haiying, Deputy Director of the Sanlongwan Sci-Tech City Management Committee, as she extended an invitation to all talent and entrepreneurs to visit Sanlongwan, discover its beauty, and create a brighter future.

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