The 2025 Shandong International Friendship Cities Cooperation and Exchange Week kicked off in Jinan, East China's Shandong province, on May 27.

More than 900 representatives from about 120 provinces, states and cities across 47 countries gathered to strengthen their friendship ties and explore cooperation opportunities.

The event will last until May 30 and features over 20 activities designed to facilitate exchanges on economic, cultural and technological cooperation, reinforcing Shandong's commitment to international openness.