< The Survey of Competitiveness of Cities in China> made by the Academy of Social Science in Feb., 2003 shows: Among 200 major cities(including Hongkong & Macow) in China, Ningbo takes the first place in its structural competitiveness, the third in its systematic competitiveness, the fifth in the competitiveness of governmental administration, and among the top ten in the overall strength of the city.
    In March 2004, the Academy of Social Science publicized again <The Survey of Competitiveness of Cities in China, No 2), which assessed 200 cities in China in overall strength, Ningbo is still listed among Top 10.
    Ningbo is evaluated as one of the most recommendable cities for investment in the mainland of China by Taiwan Electrical & Electronic Manufacturers’ Association for quite a few years.

    At a great speed of economic development, Yangtze River Delta, consisting of Shanghai, Zhejiang & Jiangsu, has become one of the areas in China with most active economy and highest level of technology and culture. At the same time, it is listed as the world 6th largest metropolises circle. A new economic circle around Hangzhou Bay is accelerating its emerge these years. Located at the “T” point of Chinese coastline as well as the river mouth of Yangtze River, Ningbo is very close to Shanghai. After the completion of Ningbo Hangzhou Bay Bridge, Ningbo will be within the 2 hours’ traffic circle as a modern regional central city.

    With a subtropical monsoon climate, Ningbo is with four distinctive seasons, abundant rainfall and sunshine. The annual average temperature is 16.3 degrees, and the humidity 79%. The main wind direction is from south-east and north-west. The mild climate is suitable for all kinds of manufacturing industries.

    Geographic Location: east longitude 121.53°north latitude 29.56°, total area 9365 square kilometers, total population 6.7 million; GDP in 2003: 17.699 billion C.N.Y., total foreign trade volume: 18.79 billion U.S.D. .