The Foreign Financial Institutions' Fujian Tour, held on April 8 in Fuzhou, Fujian province, brought together representatives from 42 financial entities across 21 countries and regions to facilitate the international expansion of local enterprises.

This initiative highlights significant growth in the province's overseas footprint. According to the Fujian Provincial Department of Commerce, as of February 2026, a total of 4,315 Fujian-based enterprises and branches had been registered or approved for overseas investment across 133 countries and regions. With cumulative actual investment reaching $44.33 billion, the province continues to broaden its international economic engagement.

Lenders, including DBS Bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank's Shanghai Branch, and Citi, outlined plans to provide comprehensive services such as cross-border settlement, project financing, and foreign exchange risk management to help firms navigate international markets.

Representatives are also scheduled to conduct site visits in Fuzhou and Quanzhou. Several institutions, including HSBC Group, Standard Chartered, the Bank of East Asia, and Chiyu Banking, will host specialized sessions to offer tailored financial products and direct consultations.