Shandong province has been working to become a hub for the development of the marine economy by promoting industrial innovation and upgrades and fostering modern marine industry clusters.
Shandong will launch a three-year action plan to cultivate and develop strategic emerging industries this year, hoping that the sector will account for 26 percent of Shandong province's GDP by 2027.
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport in Qingdao city, East China's Shandong province, has been awarded the title of "Best Airport" in the Asia-Pacific region, in an international assessment of airports.
Recently, 31-year-old Wang Jiade, a man without legs, reached the summit of Taishan Mountain, a popular scenic spot known for its steep terrain with over 7,000 steps.