Solved and Chinese Academy of Sciences Launch Joint Venture During President Stubb’s China Visit

Beijing, China – As part of President Alexander Stubb’s state visit to China from October 28 to 31, 2024, Solved has announced the establishment of a Joint Venture (JV) with Meta Science and Technology (MeST), an affiliate of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). This strategic partnership aims to enhance cooperation in sustainability and technological innovation in the Chinese market.

The agreement was signed during President Stubb’s meetings with key Chinese leaders, including President Xi Jinping, highlighting the importance of international collaboration in addressing global challenges.

“We are thrilled to launch Solved China in partnership with the Software Engineering Center of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). This collaboration represents a significant step forward in bridging Finnish innovation with China’s vast market potential. Our combined expertise will empower organizations in China to tackle sustainability challenges effectively and drive meaningful impact. We believe that together, we can create a unique approach to channel the best talent from around the world and China to address pressing environmental challenges and generate new business opportunities”, Santtu Hulkkonen, CEO of Solved.

“China is committed to scientific and technological innovation, particularly in sustainability and digitalization. This Joint Venture will leverage our extensive resources and expertise to connect international sustainability experts with Chinese organizations. By fostering collaboration, we aim to accelerate the development of innovative solutions that address complex challenges and drive sustainable growth”, said Dr. Peng Chen, Managing Director of MeST.

About the Joint Venture

The new entity, Solved China, will coordinate activities in the Chinese market, utilizing MeST’s national technology enterprise database and talent pool of over 100,000 high-end experts. Solved will contribute its global network of 30,000 sustainability experts and innovative digital platform solutions localized to the Chinese market.

The partnership will focus on developing operational services, digital platforms, and a marketplace that connects public, private, and non-profit sectors. MeST will oversee the overall operation, while Solved will provide consultation on marketplace development and access to international experts.

The establishment of Solved China marks a significant milestone in international cooperation for sustainability. By linking local and global resources, the partnership aims to enhance the impact of organizations in China, providing them with the tools to address pressing environmental challenges.

For further information, please contact:
Santtu Hulkkonen
CEO, Co-founder
Solved
[email protected]
+358 50 373 2895

Dr. Peng Chen
Managing Director
Meta Science and Technology (MeST)
[email protected]
+86 135 2156 9063

About Solved
Solved is an impact company with a global network of 30,000 sustainability experts. Our digital platform facilitates collaboration and empowers organizations to implement innovative solutions for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.solved.fi and Solved Together.

About MeST, SEC, CAS:  

Meta Science and Technology, MeST: http://www.metasc.cn/
Software Engineering Center, SEC: http://www.sec.ac.cn
Chinese Academy of Sciences. CAS: https://www.cas.cn/

Main image photo credit: Xinhua