The annual Shanghai-Taipei City Forum commenced in Shanghai on December 28, 2025, bringing together urban planners, business leaders, and municipal officials from both cities. This year's event focuses on smart city technologies and sustainable development strategies, with particular emphasis on post-pandemic economic recovery models.
Strengthening Economic Ties
Over 300 participants are exploring cooperation opportunities in green energy infrastructure and digital transformation initiatives. The forum comes as economic data shows a 12% year-on-year increase in cross-strait trade between the Chinese mainland and Taiwan region through November 2025.
Cultural Exchange Initiatives
Parallel sessions address cultural preservation in modern urban environments, featuring joint proposals for heritage protection programs. Recent agreements on tourism facilitation are expected to boost visitor exchanges, which have rebounded to 85% of pre-pandemic levels this year.
