GUOGANG GROUP
As the fervor of July unfolded, a grand event commenced. On July 27th, the 2025 International Trade Global Expansion Strategy Summit & Ambassadors' Night for Global Trade Expansion illuminated Beijing. Zhao Sen, Chairman of Shandong Guogang Commercial Group, Director Gao Yuan, along with the Group's International Trade Department, External Liaison & Business Department team, and representatives from various branch companies, attended this prestigious industry summit focused on new global trade opportunities.
At the outset, the host detailed the summit's core agenda and value proposition, specifically introducing Chairman Zhao Sen and Director Gao Yuan. Subsequently, profound insights were shared by the Royal Cultural Advisor to Prince Shanchai of Thailand, Guest Professor of Shandong Light Industry Vocational College, and Founder of the China Union Association, offering cutting-edge perspectives on international economic and trade cooperation.
Chairman Zhao Sen elaborated on the Group’s two core business strategies:
Import-Export Agency: Full-category coverage of industrial goods, consumer products, and bulk commodities. Leveraging a digital management platform and close collaboration with customs, commodity inspection authorities, and others to enhance customs clearance efficiency.
International Freight Forwarding: Integrating domestic and overseas port, shipping route, and warehousing resources to provide tailored end-to-end logistics solutions—from domestic consolidation to overseas distribution—for different markets, effectively reducing cross-border costs for enterprises.
As the melody for "Guogang Sets Sail, Trade Connects the World" – the Launch Ceremony of Shandong Guogang Commercial Group's International Trade Strategy – resonated, this pivotal moment drew the attention and witness of numerous international dignitaries. Attendees included:
H.E. Ahmed Mostafa, Ambassador of the Arab League to China
H.E. Kenneth Rabala, Ambassador of Lesotho to China
Mr. Sicili, Deputy Ambassador of Moldova
Mr. Xavier Michon Lenerbach, Chairman of the Supervisory Committee, Global Alliance of SMEs (France)
Mr. Idriss Ahmat, First Counsellor of the Embassy of Chad in China
Mr. Saleh, Counsellor of the Embassy of the Union of the Comoros in China
Mr. Edgar Perez, former Vice President of Citigroup and Advisor at McKinsey & Company
Mr. Timofey Bakhvalov, Foreign Expert at the Russian Cultural Center and Foreign Languages Press
Mr. Borjan, Political Counsellor of the Embassy of North Macedonia in China
They unanimously commended the Group's pivotal role as a bridge in trade connectivity under the "Belt and Road" Initiative, marking a crucial step in its global expansion. During the event, H.E. Kenneth Rabala, Ambassador of Lesotho to China, and H.E. Ahmed Mostafa, Ambassador of the Arab League to China, delivered keynote speeches, sharing insights and prospects for international trade development, enriching the summit with diverse global perspectives.
The ensuing signing ceremony yielded significant results:
In the "Global Trade, Contract Synergy" segment, Zhao Sen, Chairman of Shandong Guogang Commercial Group, successfully signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Edgar Perez, former Vice President of Citigroup and Advisor at McKinsey & Company, to deepen collaboration in international trade.
In the "Guogang Trade Connect, Contract Voyage" segment, Group Director Gao Yuan signed agreements with relevant parties, committing to propel concrete trade projects forward and further expand the global cooperation landscape.
These signings established robust bridges for in-depth partnership with international counterparts. Guo Yanting, Head of the International Trade Department, presented the Group's international trade strategic plan, showcasing Guogang's determination to forge ahead.
A Moment of Glory, Witnessing Strength. Shandong Guogang Commercial Group was honored as a "Platinum Partner." Director Gao Yuan was appointed as "International Trade Strategy Advisor," and Chairman Zhao Sen was conferred the title of "Brand Globalization Ambassador." The two leaders took the stage to receive their awards, capturing this significant moment with group photos alongside the distinguished guests.
Professor Song Chengmin, Professor of Macroeconomics Management at the National Development and Reform Commission, commented: "Shandong Guogang's state-owned enterprise background endows it with inherent credibility advantages. Combined with its professional end-to-end service capabilities, it effectively overcomes the trust barriers and procedural challenges faced by SMEs in cross-border trade. The cooperative projects forged at this summit will further accelerate the smooth flow of Chinese goods going global."
The conclusion of this summit is not the end of cooperation, but a new starting point for global trade synergy. Seizing the opportunities presented by the signed agreements, Shandong Guogang will continue to fulfill its role as a "professional supply chain service provider." Through more precise policy interpretation, more efficient resource integration, and more attentive customized services, the Group will strengthen the bonds of trade between China and global markets. It aims to enable more high-quality goods to traverse mountains and seas, connecting the world and injecting a continuous supply of "Guogang Power" into the prosperity and development of global trade.
From strategic launch to cooperative signings, from honors bestowed to mission embraced, Shandong Guogang Commercial Group is forging ahead with unwavering steps, riding the crest of the international trade wave and composing a new chapter for Chinese brands going global!
