Ever imagined a trade fair doubling as the global “rules lab” for services? That's CIFTIS 2025 for you – and it's happening on the Chinese mainland! 🚀
This year, CIFTIS isn't just rows of booths; it's a playground for the latest in AI, 5G, and quantum tech. With 70+ countries & orgs, 2,000+ exhibitors (hello, Fortune 500!), it's where digital meets real-life innovation.
From Showcase to Rule-Making
Themed “Embrace Intelligent Technologies, Empower Trade in Services,” CIFTIS 2025 is setting new standards. Launches like the “Guide on Trade in Services Data and Policies for Developing Countries” and an ISO Liaison Center are steering the rules on data flows & compliance.
Tech Highlights
Spot 3D-printed vascular stents, 🤯 a thousand-bit photonic quantum computer, plus AI-driven biopharma workflows & 5G-powered smart living demos. It’s a peek at how service trade is going high-tech.
Numbers Speak
From Jan to Jul 2025, the Chinese mainland’s service trade hit 4.58 trillion yuan (about $640 B), up 8.2% YoY. Knowledge-intensive services (think software, telecom & cloud) jumped 6.8%—proof that tech & data are the new export heroes.
Why It Matters
For young pros across South & Southeast Asia—from fintech startups in Mumbai to e-commerce hubs in Jakarta—CIFTIS 2025 is more than a show. It’s the blueprint for tomorrow’s digital economy and the apps we love on our phones. Ready to see where service trade is heading? Keep your 👀 on CIFTIS – the rules lab rewiring global commerce.
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