On Aug 23, the Southeast University Alumni Economic and Industrial Park opened in Shushan district, Hefei, extending the list of global partners of Grand Union of Innovation(GUi). The park will focus on artificial intelligence, integrated circuits, and a range of next-generation technologies, aiming to build a hub for innovation.
The Southeast University Nanjing Alumni Association Industry Platform Company was announced as one of the second batch of global partners of GUi. The event also featured a forum titled "Enhancing Innovation, Elevating Growth," where experts and alumni from the Yangtze River Delta region explored opportunities in AI, integrated circuits, and other sectors.
The Yangtze River Delta Alumni Entrepreneurs Forum and Southeast University Alumni Economic Industrial Park (Shushan district, Hefei) Opening Ceremony is held in Hefei on Aug 23. [Photo/GUi]
Southeast University views the new park as a vital step in promoting "school-local integration and innovative development". The park aims to become a hub for AI-driven innovation, offering a comprehensive suite of services, including tech transfer, enterprise incubation, and industrial collaboration.
GUi continues to attract global innovation resources, forming partnerships with elite universities like Stanford, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Oxford and more. With a vision of turning every facility in its park into a cradle of emerging industries, it strengthens Hefei's position as a global center for technological innovation. This partnership with Southeast University further solidifies its role as a thriving hub for collaborative economic growth and technological advancement.
Representatives of companies entering the park in the first batch sign the deal. [Photo/GUi]
GUi has already selected global partners from over 300 teams worldwide. These partners include Hai Chuanghui (HCH), an entrepreneur platform that enhances the transformation of Haier Group, Plug and Play China, Beihang Entrepreneurship Camp, a top university innovation incubator, and Winsoul Capital, a leading Chinese tech industry boutique investment bank. Together, they have facilitated the entry of numerous companies into Hefei for collaboration and business development.
A roundtable forum on innovation-driving capability and future opportunity is held. [Photo/GUi]