05/09/2026
It was an absolute honor and pleasure to host my wonderful friends from the Philippines 🇵🇭here in Shenzhen!🎉🤝
Over three action-packed days, we immersed ourselves in the city's cutting-edge daily tech, from seamless drone delivery services to exploring the world’s first Robot 6S store and the INNO100 global innovation flagship store.
A major highlight was our visit to the iconic Ping An Finance Centre. The ultra-high-speed elevator whisked us up to the 116th-floor observation deck in just 55 seconds, revealing a spectacular panoramic view of the city. We got a fascinating, firsthand look at how the building's massive 1,000-ton damper functions to keep the tower secure.
We also visited the Shenzhen Natural History Museum—a project with a total investment of $517 million, excluding the cost of acquiring specimens. The museum boasts a magnificent, futuristic design, featuring an orderly display of diverse mineral and animal specimens. From the "Cosmos Hall," which recreates celestial trajectories, and the atrium modeled after a karst cave, to the awe-inspiring dinosaur fossils and the "Homeland Hall" dedicated to the local environment, the museum offers a fresh perspective on the timescale of nature for a city accustomed to a fast-paced urban lifestyle.
Beyond the technology, I treated my friends to the very best of local Chinese cuisine. They loved the immersive dining experiences—from savoring delicious dishes during traditional Chinese dance performances to dining in elegant restaurants styled after ancient imperial gardens.
I hope this brief journey leaves my friends with unforgettable memories, and I look forward to welcoming them back to China soon!🤝🤝