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Mission Unlock | Ep 5: Why did a Hong Kong inventor bring their prototype to Qianhai?

" Mission Unlock" uses real stories and everyday scenes to explain the development logic behind China's 15th Five-Year Plan. Through stories of industry, people and lived experience, it offers global audiences a more relatable, accessible look at China's next stage of development.

Mission Unlock | Ep 5: Why did a Hong Kong inventor bring their prototype to Qianhai?

In Episode 5 of Mission Unlock, a Hong Kong inventor brought their prototype to Qianhai, a bustling tech hub. Over the course of 72 hours, the inventor and Mina, a reporter, utilized Hong Kong's advanced research and development, Shenzhen's hardware supply chain, and Qianhai's business environment conducive to startups. This journey showcased the importance of a robust ecosystem that integrates research and development, manufacturing, services, and global expansion.

The 15th Five-Year Plan emphasizes deepening Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao cooperation and driving breakthroughs in key areas. The true strength of technological innovation resides not in isolated lab discoveries, but in their integration into a strong supply chain and swift transition to tangible productivity. This transformation from theoretical research to industrial application exemplifies the emergence of new quality productive forces.

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