In addition to promoting a direct air route
Relations between both cities began in 1988 with the signing of a memorandum by mayors Pasqual Maragall and Zhu Rongji, which materialized in a twinning agreement signed in 2001.
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The cities of Barcelona and Shanghai have celebrated the 23rd anniversary of their twinning with a renewed commitment to strengthen their relationships in various areas, including trade, smart cities, digitalization and green transformation.
Boost to economic collaboration and air connectivity
The two cities, which already share a long history of collaboration, have agreed to work together to resume the direct air route between Barcelona and Shanghai, which was suspended due to the pandemic. This initiative is part of the common objective of both cities to become centers open to international trade.
Smart cities, digitalization and sustainability: key areas of collaboration
In addition to trade, Barcelona and Shanghai will also explore collaboration opportunities in areas such as smart cities, digitalization and green transformation. Both cities share a commitment to innovation and sustainability, and believe that collaboration can help them advance in these important areas.
Invest in Shanghai, Share the Future: an event to promote business opportunities
As part of the twinning celebrations, Jordi Valls, Deputy Mayor of Barcelona for Economy, Finance, Economic Development, and Tourism, participated in the "Invest in Shanghai, Share the Future" event, which brought together some two hundred people from the Catalan business sector. Valls highlighted the strong economic ties between Barcelona and Asia, particularly with China, and encouraged Catalan companies to explore opportunities in the Chinese market.
A promising future for collaboration between Barcelona and Shanghai
The twinning between Barcelona and Shanghai has become a symbol of friendship and collaboration between two dynamic and cosmopolitan cities. With renewed commitment from both parties, this twinning has the potential to generate significant benefits for the two cities and their citizens in the years to come.