Shanghai, November 8, 2024 – The 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) concluded successfully at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, marking another milestone in fostering global economic collaboration and innovation. Among the highlights of this year’s event was a significant signing ceremony between U.S.-based digital health leader LINKSciences LLC and its Chinese partners, marking the sole major agreement signed at the joint pavilion of Maryland and California.
The collaboration, supported by delegations from both states, focuses on advancing international healthcare initiatives. This partnership will enable the procurement of advanced medical services and technologies, incorporating scientific medical tours, telemedicine, and cross-border healthcare solutions.
The ceremony featured the participation of Dr. Frank Chen, CEO of LINKSciences LLC, Professor Gang Ding, Founder and CEO of Shareon Health, and Mr. Kunpeng Dou, General Manager of Zhongyi Medical Technology. Witnessed by government officials, experts, and international attendees, the agreement highlighted Maryland’s representation at the CIIE and demonstrated the pivotal role of innovation in strengthening U.S.-China healthcare ties.
Dr. Fenghao Chen remarked:
“This partnership embodies our vision: to make advanced medicine accessible to the widest populations possible. We look forward to working with our esteemed Chinese partners to bring this vision to life through cutting-edge digital health solutions.”
The Maryland Department of Commerce and the Bay Area Council of California jointly hosted the pavilion, showcasing both states’ achievements in technology, medicine, and innovation. The exhibit attracted extensive attention, with LINKSciences’ collaboration becoming a focal point and a testament to the potential for cross-border healthcare advancements.
The signing ceremony at this year’s CIIE underscores the valuable healthcare cooperation among dynamic opportunities for the U.S.-China, LINKSciences LLC and its partners poised to redefine patient care through innovation and collaboration.
About LINKSciences LLC
Based in Baltimore, Maryland, the Johns Hopkins-born LINKSciences LLC is a leader in digital health innovation, with a mission to make modern medicine globally more accessible. Since its establishment in 2017, LINKSciences has received accolades such as the NSF I-Corp, NVIDIA Inception, and AWS Activate, cementing its reputation as a trailblazer in global healthcare for AI transformation and patient navigation.
About CIIE
The China International Import Expo (CIIE) is a cornerstone of China’s strategy for high-level global openness and collaboration. Since its inception in 2018, the event has become a vital platform for fostering international trade, showcasing innovation, and enhancing global economic integration. With participation from nations worldwide, CIIE continues to connect markets, industries, and ideas, driving shared global growth.