Heno Bio and 2Firsts to Hold Compliance Strategic Cooperation Launch Ceremony in Shenzhen

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Jan.02.2025

Heno Bio and 2Firsts to Hold Compliance Strategic Cooperation Launch Ceremony in Shenzhen

2Firsts to hold global NGP compliance development seminar in Shenzhen on January 9th, 2025, featuring top industry leaders.

On January 9, 2025, 2Firsts will host the 2025 Global NGP Regulatory Development New Year Seminar in Shenzhen Qianhai.

At this seminar, leading global nicotine companies, Heno Biotech, and 2Firsts will jointly hold a ceremony to launch a compliance strategic partnership, aiming to work together to promote industry regulatory compliance and create a new future for the NGP industry.

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