Located along the east coast of China, between Beijing and Shanghai (two biggest cities in China)，Shandong Province plays an important role in the sustainable, healthy and rapid growth of Chinese economy. Shandong is forming a unique modern industrial economic zone around Bohai Sea, following the Pearl River delta and Yangtze River delta of China.

Introduction

Geographical Location

Shandong Peninsula Manufacturing Base lies in the east of Shandong province( 35°35’—38° 23’ N, 119° 30’ – 122° 42’ E), with BohaiSea and Yellow Sea to the north( facing Liaodong peninsula), Yellow Sea to the east ( facing Korean peninsula and Japanese islands), and a total area of 30,000 sq. km.The Base comprises Qingdao, Yantai and Weihai cities, accounting for 19% of the area of Shandong province.

Climate

North Temperate Zone, temperate monsoon climate with distinct maritime climate features, 4 distinct seasons, average annual rainfall of 770mm, average annual temperature of 12 centigrade

Features of Cities

Qingdao:The GDP of Qingdao was 206 billion Yuan in 2004, an increase of 16% over 2003. As one of the earliest open cities along the east coast of China, Qingdao is an economic center specifically designated in the state plan with provincial economic management authority. It is a well-known port of foreign trade, light industry, textile, food and beverage, marine research and tourism.It has sound and solid industry basis with diversified sectors. Manufacturing industry is shaping. Chemical and rubber industries rank top in China. The industries of electronic meters, home appliances, construction materials and pharmacy develop quickly. Tsingdao Beer, Haier, Hisense, Changyu Wine, and etc enjoy high reputation on both domestic and international markets.
Yantai: The GDP of Yantai in 2004 was 155 billion Yuan, an increase of 18% over 2003. As a city, Yantai has a history of more than 130 years, rich in historical and cultural relics such as Penglaige Pavillion, Wenfengshan stone inscription and Kunlunshan Taoism with unique folklore features. Yantai has good agricultural basis; it is one of the first groups of state level export-oriented agricultural demonstration zone. It has a complete and diversified industrial system in light industry, foodstuff, textiles, machinery, electronics, metallurgy, coal, building material, etc. High-tech industry is developing fast. Main products are automobiles, auto-air conditioners, electronic screens, electronic components, freezers, construction machinery, power equipments, conductive glass, polyamide fiber, spandex silk, and computers, etc.