As a member of GATEWAY Network and a contributor to China-Brazil cross-border innovation, XNode is honored to attend the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding for Cross-Border Collaboration between the Shanghai Technology Innovation Center(STIC) and  Brazilian Association of Startups(ABSTARTUPS) as a representative of startup communities of both sides, to share and discuss with the guests the opportunities for international innovation collaboration and cross-border acceleration between China and Brazil.

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On March 30th, 2023, in order to further strengthen collaboration between both countries in innovation, Shanghai Technology Innovation Center (STIC) and Brazilian Association of Startups (ABSTARTUPS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Cross-Border Collaboration, with the support and witness of Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality (STCSM) and Consulate-General of Brazil in Shanghai. This partnership aims to enhance bilateral cooperation between the startup communities of China and Brazil. Accordingly, guests from Shanghai Zhangjiang Pharma Engine, Caohejing InnoClub, XNode, Hooven Biotechnology, ApexBrazil were invited as the representatives of startup communities of both sides, to share their insights and suggestions for cross-border collaboration in innovation and entrepreneurship.

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Under the terms of the MoU, STIC and ABSTARTUPS will work together to identify and develop opportunities for startups from both countries to collaborate and expand their businesses in the other's market. The partnership will also facilitate exchange of knowledge, best practices and resources to support the growth and development of startups.

About STIC & GATEWAY Community: Founded in 1988, Shanghai Technology Innovation Center (STIC) is a governmental innovation agency affiliated to Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality (STCSM). STIC is responsible for a series of tech-SMEs policy implementation as well as technology transfer networking and incubation coordinating. GATEWAY Community has been initiated by STIC in 2016 with STCSM supporting. 30+ accelerators and services providers have been carefully selected as the GATEWAY members. The GATEWAY community focuses on “internationalization” and “startups” , helping overseas SMEs to land in China (Shanghai) and assisting local ones in going global. By signing the MOU, more GATEWAY members will be encouraged to be involved in cross-border acceleration for startups and entrepreneurs from both China and Brazil.

About ABSTARTUPS: Brazilian Association of Startups (ABSTARTUPS) is a non-profit organization that represents the Brazilian startup community. The association works to support the growth and development of startups in Brazil by providing access to resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities. ABSTARTUPS also advocates for policies that promote innovation and entrepreneurship in Brazil.

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