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Lee Kum Kee Sauce Actively Participates in the 2026 Fortune Global 500 Forum

Dr. Julie Xing, Global Board Chairman and CEO Discusses New Pathways to High-Quality Growth with Global Business Leaders

GUANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2026 – Lee Kum Kee Sauce ("Lee Kum Kee"), the century-old sauce brand and the only sauce and condiments brand among this year's Forum partners, actively participated in the 2026 Fortune Global 500 Forum, held on September 16 in Guangzhou, China.

Julie Xing, Ph.D., Global Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lee Kum Kee Sauce, was invited to speak at a panel discussion and to attend the Most Powerful Women (MPW) Breakfast, joining other leading global business leaders to explore the key pathways for enterprises to achieve sustainable growth.

Dr. Julie Xing, Global Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lee Kum Kee Sauce, speaks at the panel discussion of the 2026 Fortune Global 500 Forum, exchanging insights with industry leaders.
Dr. Julie Xing, Global Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lee Kum Kee Sauce, speaks at the panel discussion of the 2026 Fortune Global 500 Forum, exchanging insights with industry leaders.

Under the theme "The New Growth Equation", this year's forum brought Dr. Xing and three other industry leaders, including Pingyi Huang, Senior Vice President of Shandong Weiqiao Pioneering Group Co., Ltd.; Weiming Xiang, Vice President, GE Aerospace and President, GE Aerospace Greater China; and John Qu, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company, for a panel discussion titled "The Invisible Moat: Revaluing Soft Power and Sustainability". Moderated by Wei Yue, Senior Editor at Fortune China, the discussion explored what truly constitutes long-term advantages that can withstand cycles amid rapid technological iteration and intensifying competition. Topics spanned brand trust and consumer mindshare in consumer goods, data insights and organizational transformation in the AI era, and the pathways and stages of globalization for Chinese enterprises.

During the panel discussion, Dr. Xing points out that a true moat is a 360-degree, multi-dimensional structure built on product quality, consumer experience, emotional value, and innovative scenarios. (Photo credit: Fortune Global 500 Forum)
During the panel discussion, Dr. Xing points out that a true moat is a 360-degree, multi-dimensional structure built on product quality, consumer experience, emotional value, and innovative scenarios. (Photo credit: Fortune Global 500 Forum)

"In an era where almost everything can be replicated, consumers' mindshare and trust cannot," Dr. Xing said during the discussion. "The real moat is not just the product itself — it is a 360-degree, multi-dimensional moat built on product quality, consumer experience, emotional value and innovative scenarios." She added that AI is bringing disruptive changes from consumer insights to organizational structure, and that future-ready organizations must embrace a flatter structure powered by AI agents, redirecting freed-up resources toward strategic decision-making and long-term value creation.

On the topic of Chinese enterprise globalization, Dr. Xing shared a three-stage pathway from product export to local manufacturing to glocalization, emphasizing that true globalization means deeply understanding local consumers and serving local markets with local insights.

Dr. Julie Xing, named to the 2026 Fortune China MPW list, attends the MPW Breakfast and shares her thoughts on corporate competitiveness in the AI era. (Photo credit: Fortune Global 500 Forum)
Dr. Julie Xing, named to the 2026 Fortune China MPW list, attends the MPW Breakfast and shares her thoughts on corporate competitiveness in the AI era. (Photo credit: Fortune Global 500 Forum)

During the Forum, Dr. Xing was invited to share her insights at the MPW Breakfast themed "Decision-Making Power in the Age of Efficiency", where she joined leaders from across industries to discuss opportunities and challenges for businesses in the new era. She highlighted that while AI enhances operational efficiency, human judgment, leadership and long-termism remain more critical competitive advantages.

As a recipient of the 2026 Fortune China's MPW list, Dr. Xing has earned this recognition for three consecutive years. Launched in 2010, the MPW list is regarded as one of the most representative rankings of women business leaders in China.

The Fortune Global 500 Forum this year brought together representatives from over 350 leading global companies, academic institutions, and business leaders worldwide. Discussions focused on topics including artificial intelligence, global supply chain transformation, sustainable development, and opportunities in emerging markets.

Looking ahead, Lee Kum Kee will continue to uphold its commitment to quality and innovation. Alongside driving business growth, the company will further deepen its sustainability practices, nurture talent, and enhance corporate governance, working with all stakeholders to forge new pathways to high-quality growth.
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About Lee Kum Kee Sauce

Lee Kum Kee Sauce is the global gateway to Asian culinary culture, dedicated to promoting Chinese culinary culture worldwide. Since 1888, it has brought people together over joyful reunions, shared traditions and memorable meals. Beloved by consumers and chefs alike, Lee Kum Kee Sauce’s range of more than 300 sauces and condiments sparks creativity in kitchens everywhere, inspiring professional and home chefs to experiment, create and delight. Headquartered in Hong Kong, China and serving over 100 countries and regions, Lee Kum Kee Sauce’s rich heritage, unwavering commitment to quality, sustainable practices and “Constant Entrepreneurship” combine to enable superior experiences through Asian cuisine for people worldwide. For more information, please visit .

About Fortune

Fortune is the premier global media company for global business leaders, built on a 96-year-old legacy of trusted, award-winning journalism. Independently owned, Fortune tells the story of business, spanning legacy companies to the world's new generation of innovators. Fortune measures corporate performance through rigorous benchmarks, and holds companies accountable, in regions around the world. Its iconic rankings include Fortune 500, Fortune Global 500, Most Powerful Women, and World's Most Admired Companies. Fortune builds world-class communities by convening industry thought leaders for exclusive summits and conferences, including the Fortune Global Forum, Fortune Brainstorm Tech, and Fortune Most Powerful Women. For more information, visit .


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