The 9th China-South Asia Expo has kicked off in Kunming, Yunnan Province, drawing in representatives from 73 countries, international organizations, and over 2,500 enterprises. This six-day extravaganza is buzzing with energy as it highlights the latest in trade and emerging industries.
Two dedicated South Asia-themed pavilions are setting the stage with nearly 800 booths—India and Pakistan each shine with 140 booths showcasing innovative business ideas and regional excellence. 🎉
With close to 40 economic and trade events lined up, including forums and procurement matchmaking sessions, the expo is all about deepening regional cooperation and sparking high-impact partnerships. 🤝
What makes this event extra exciting is its focus on emerging sectors like the digital economy, low-carbon development, artificial intelligence, and biomedicine. These hot topics resonate with today’s tech-savvy and forward-thinking crowd, making it a must-watch for young professionals and innovators. 🚀
Since its inception in 2013 alongside the Belt and Road Initiative, the expo has driven over $110 billion in trade transactions. With trade between China and South Asian regions nearing $200 billion in 2024, this event underscores a powerful commitment to high-level opening up and quality development for a more connected global economy. 💡
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China-South Asia Expo opens with focus on trade, emerging industries
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