On Monday, diplomats from Argentina, Mongolia, Malta, Cuba, Bolivia, and other countries began visiting Hefei as part of the "Discover China" tour. The foreign officials visited a number of locations to learn about rich culture and sci-tech achievements of Anhui province, including iFlytek's artificial intelligence experience hall and Anhui Museum.

Diplomats visit the artificial intelligence experience hall of iFlytek on Sept. 9, 2024, in Hefei, Anhui province. [Photo/WeChat account: hefeigaoxinfabu]

Located in the Hefei National High-tech Industry Development Zone, iFlytek's AI experience hall presents the company's advanced technologies and innovation achievements in the AI sector, providing an opportunity for the foreign diplomats to explore and enjoy the charm of AI technology.

After more than 20 years of effort, iFlytek has fostered its intelligent voice technology and promoted upstream and downstream industries to boost integrated development in the zone.

A panoramic view of iFlytek Town in the Hefei National High-tech Industry Development Zone. [Photo/WeChat account: hefeigaoxinfabu]

On Sept. 1, iFlytek Town, an eco-friendly community blending residential and industrial sectors, was officially put into use in the Hefei High-tech Zone. As one of China's few open headquarters parks, the town will serve both local enterprises and residents in the future.

The tour gave a platform for diplomats in China to gain a deeper understanding of Hefei and Anhui, and provided them with a firsthand experience of the region's development in science and technology, culture, industry, tourism, and other sectors.