# Economic and maritime events in Shenzhen

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/economic-and-maritime-events-in-shenzhen
> Updated: 2026-10-31T11:45:50.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Shenzhen hosted the 2026 China Marine Economy Expo starting October 22. The event, themed ‘Digital and Smart Ocean: Co-creating a Sustainable Future’, featured over 350 enterprises across eight zones, including deep-sea energy, green shipping, and marine ecology. France served as the inaugural Guest Country of Honor, showcasing cooperation in deep-sea research and marine engineering.

Following the expo, the city entered final preparations for the 33rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. The summit is scheduled for November 18-19, preceded by a CEO Summit on November 17-18. The APEC agenda focuses on the Asia-Pacific Free Trade Area, artificial intelligence, the digital economy, and sustainable development, with participation expected from all 21 APEC economies and various non-member nations.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-31: Shenzhen prepares to host APEC summit and CEO forum

Shenzhen is entering final preparations to host the APEC summit and CEO forum this November, focusing on digital economy, AI, and regional trade connectivity.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shenzhen-prepares-to-host-apec-summit-and-ceo-forum

### 2026-10-24: China Marine Economy Expo opens in Shenzhen

The 2026 China Marine Economy Expo has opened in Shenzhen, featuring over 350 enterprises and focusing on digital and smart ocean technologies, with France serving as the first Guest Country of Honor.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/china-marine-economy-expo-opens-in-shenzhen

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