On June 12, 2025, Shi Xiaolin, Deputy Secretary of the Sichuan Provincial Party Committee and Governor, led a delegation to conduct a specialized research visit to KAIFA to gain in-depth insights into its achievements in the global smart metering sector. Zhang Senhui, Director and General Manager of KAIFA, warmly received the delegation, which was accompanied by officials from relevant departments including the Sichuan Provincial Government, Sichuan Provincial Department of Commerce, and Chengdu High-tech Zone Administrative Committee.

     Shi and her team toured KAIFA’s multimedia digital exhibition hall and automated digital production workshop, personally observing the entire process of R&D, manufacturing, and application of smart metering products. They also heard detailed introductions to the company’s practical experiences in smart energy management projects across developed European regions and countries along the Belt and Road Initiative.

     Shi noted that as the global economic landscape accelerates its transformation and foreign trade presents new characteristics, enterprises must base their strategies on the "dual-circulation" development pattern. Guided by the BRI, they should accurately grasp market trends, scientifically formulate response measures, and continue to deepen technological innovation and product upgrades. While consolidating overseas markets, she emphasized the need to actively explore emerging markets and the domestic market, enhance risk resistance and sustainability resilience, and inject stronger momentum into Sichuan’s open economy.

     Zhang Senhui expressed gratitude for the long-term care and support from the provincial Party committee and government. He highlighted that KAIFA has been deeply engaged in the global smart metering sector for three decades, building a smart energy management network spanning multiple countries. Its "going global" achievements have won widespread acclaim. The company will continue to uphold the value guidance of "innovation, integrity, and pragmatism," adhere to the strategic direction of "Made in China with Chinese quality," and expand its competitive edge in smart metering through technological innovation and global layout. Moving forward, KAIFA will closely follow the decisions and deployments of the provincial authorities, increase R&D investment, promote upgrades in product technology and quality, deepen international cooperation in serving the BRI, and contribute more "Chinese solutions" to global smart energy transformation.

     This research visits not only served as an on-site review of KAIFA’s development outcomes by the Sichuan provincial government but also pointed out clear directions for the company to further integrate into national strategies and expand global markets. Keeping the instructions in mind and anchoring on its goals, KAIFA will leverage higher-level opening-up to drive high-quality development, contributing to Sichuan’s goal of becoming an inland open economic highland.