The Qingdao Municipal Marine Development Bureau is a governmental agency responsible for drafting and implementing laws, regulations, and policies related to ocean development in Qingdao. The bureau focuses on formulating marine development strategies, planning, and industrial policies to promote the construction of an international ocean city and strengthen Qingdao's position as a leading marine economy. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} The bureau organizes events such as the Global Ocean Development Forum to foster international cooperation in marine economy, science, and technology. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}