From 25 to 26 April, a delegation from People’s Tribune, a publication of the People’s Daily, conducted an in-depth research visit to the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC). The visit explored how Sino-foreign cooperative education can support national strategic priorities, drive regional development, and accelerate the translation of research into practice.
Led by Yang Ke, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of People’s Tribune, the delegation included experts from leading Chinese universities such as Peking University, Renmin University of China, and Beijing Normal University, alongside senior editors and journalists. The group gained an overview of UNNC’s development, mission, and educational model as China’s first Sino-foreign university with independent legal status.
During the visit, the delegation toured key research facilities, including the Ningbo Digital Port Technologies Key Lab, Sir Peter Mansfield MRI Centre, and Advanced Manufacturing Centre. These platforms were recognised for their strong alignment with regional industry needs and national priorities, as well as their integrated approach to research, talent development, and industrial collaboration.
The delegation also visited the International Proof of Concept Centre and the Li Dak Sum Incubator, where they examined examples of research commercialisation, innovation incubation, and alumni entrepreneurship.
The visit highlighted UNNC’s ongoing efforts to build an internationalised education and innovation ecosystem, demonstrating its contribution to high-quality talent development, technological advancement, and the sustainable growth of both regional and national economies.
Published on 29 April 2026