The certificate granted to Yili Group. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The inaugural Forbes China Globalization Innovators 30&30 awards ceremony was held in Shanghai on Jan 26. Yili Group was the only dairy company to be honored as one of the Top 30 Global Brands for Globalization Innovators. It was also listed as a Leading Brand at the event.

These titles are recognition of Yili Group's global development, which sets a new benchmark for Chinese dairy companies in international markets.

The Forbes China Globalization Innovators 30&30 selection. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

This year, Forbes China introduced the 2023 Forbes China Globalization Top 30 selection for the first time, which analyzes multidimensional data including companies' globalization development, brand influence, innovation capabilities, and financial situation. Two categories were established: "Leading Brands" and "Pioneers in the Field". Only 12 industry-leading enterprises were selected for the "Leading Brands" list, and Yili is the only dairy company to be included.

Adhering to the "consumer-centric" work model, Yili has established a comprehensive global resource network, innovation system, and market system in dairy-developed regions such as Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania. The company is committed to providing consumers with higher quality products and services.

Currently, Yili has established 81 production bases, including the Yili Oceania Dairy Production Base, Westland Dairy in New Zealand, production bases in Indonesia, and a production base in Thailand. The company also has more than 2,000 global partners, and its products are sold in over 60 countries and regions.

The Yili Oceania Dairy Production Base. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]