Global Tech Vision, Landing in China with Momentum
Building a Premier Frontier Tech Event in China, Connecting Global Innovation with Unlimited Market Opportunities
ShanghaiJune 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Informa Markets China is proud to announce that the inaugural Hongqiao International Tech Culture Week (Hongqiao Tech Week) will be held from November 20 to 22, 2026, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). This landmark event is set in one of Asia’s most dynamic innovation hubs, bringing together global enterprises, visionary leaders, startups, investment institutions, and solution providers to explore the boundless opportunities in China — the world’s second-largest economy and its fastest-growing tech ecosystem.
▲ Hongqiao Tech Week successfully held a launch event during London Tech Week, receiving an enthusiastic response
A New Stage for Global and Chinese Tech Collaboration
Against the backdrop of accelerating trillion-dollar industries such as semiconductors, biopharmaceuticals, autonomous driving, new energy, and artificial intelligence, Hongqiao Tech Week creates an innovative platform that integrates cutting-edge technology with immersive experiences. It empowers global partners to achieve industrial breakthroughs by leveraging “China’s scale,” jointly shaping a new industry landscape that transcends borders.
“As a strategic hub for the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta, the Hongqiao business district has been committed to building an open, inclusive, and international innovation ecosystem. The launch of Hongqiao Tech Week not only highlights Shanghai’s unique appeal as a global tech hub but also establishes a high-speed channel connecting international innovation resources with the Yangtze River Delta market. We look forward to leveraging this platform to foster deep integration of technology, capital, and talent, creating a new paradigm for tech collaboration.” — Kong Fu’an, Executive Deputy Director of the Management Committee of the Hongqiao International Central Business District
▲ Executive Deputy Director Kong Fu’an attended the Hongqiao Tech Week promotion event during London Tech Week
▲ Executive Deputy Director Kong Fu’an led a delegation from the Hongqiao International Central Business District Management Committee to visit London Tech Week 2026
With the core concept of “Global Tech Vision, Landing in China with Momentum,” Hongqiao Tech Week aims to bridge the gaps between continents, industries, innovation, and ambition.
Gong Kangkang, Vice President of Informa Markets Asia, stated,
“Hongqiao Tech Week is more than just an event; it is a gateway to the future. We are committed to making it the premier destination for international enterprises to enter China’s vast tech market, for inspiration seekers to resonate with visionary speakers and immersive experiences, and for global pioneers to collectively shape the tech agenda for the next decade.“
▲ Gong Kangkang, Vice President of Informa Markets Asia, delivered a speech at the London launch event
A Unique Tech Festival — Six Themed Stages
The inaugural Tech Week covers key technology sectors, featuring six themed content stages:
- Artificial Intelligence: AI technologies and products, AI applications, AI governance, AI investment
- Future Mobility and Energy: Autonomous driving, V2X and eVTOL, hydrogen energy, energy storage
- Smart Infrastructure: Photonics, semiconductors and quantum computing, 6G
- Smart Industry: Smart manufacturing, human-machine collaboration, digital twins
- Life Sciences and Health: Biotechnology, gene editing, and digital therapeutics
- Entrepreneurship Ecosystem: Founder stories, investment, and M&A
Immersive Experiences — Deep Integration of Tech and Life
Hongqiao Tech Week breaks away from traditional conference formats, offering attendees a unique and tailored ecosystem experience:
Four Experience Dimensions — Cuisine, Music and Art, Fashion, Sports — transform the tech festival into a journey of inspiration and sensory discovery, showcasing the fusion of technology and life.
This year’s Yangtze River Delta VIP Industrial Park Tour plans to visit leading companies such as Huawei, Anta, NetEase, Midea, and iFlytek, offering an up-close look at their development models and innovative achievements.
Additionally, a rich array of off-site ecosystem activities and on-site experiences create continuous opportunities for connection and inspiration, including:
- Startup pitch sessions and project showcases
- Augmented reality experiences and interactive installations
- CEO/Founder lunches and dinners, fostering deep networking spaces
- AI Application Innovation Challenge and Awards Ceremony, recognizing breakthrough solutions
- Inspirational talks gathering visionaries and thought leaders
Hongqiao Tech Week is where learning and experience converge, where business and culture blend, and where the future of technology becomes tangible, exciting, and unforgettable.
For more information, visit www.hongqiaotechweek.com