The 2024 Asian Seed Congress, held in Hainan, China, brought together over 1,500 experts from 52 countries to emphasize China's critical role in global agriculture and the significance of seed innovation and international collaboration. With a focus on Hainan province's distinctive agroclimatic conditions and seed-friendly policies within the APEC region, which accounted for 32% of the global seed market last year, the conference aimed at fostering cross-border partnerships and technological exchanges. Chinese experts highlighted the potential for growth in the seed industry, underscoring the importance of robust regulations, free trade, and intellectual property rights protection. The conference served as a platform for international cooperation, with participants expressing interest in collaborating with Chinese agricultural companies to improve seed quality and enhance agricultural productivity.