Hey fam, the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) just kicked off in Shanghai! 🌟 As the world’s first national-level import-focused fair, CIIE is all about connecting global innovators with the booming Chinese mainland market.
This year, over 4,100 companies from 155 countries and regions have set up shop to unveil 461 new products, tech solutions, and services. Think of it as a global demo day where agri-tech, healthcare, lifestyle gadgets, and more collide under one roof!
Take the American Food and Agriculture Pavilion, co-hosted by AmCham Shanghai and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In a 350m² space, 19 exhibitors are showcasing U.S. meat, grains, poultry, and other foodie must-haves. At last year’s expo, 14 U.S. agri-exhibitors sealed deals worth $711 million with Chinese partners—proof that CIIE magic turns meet-ups into money moves. 💼🤝
Healthcare giant Johnson & Johnson is also here with 100+ offerings, including 10 debut products, highlighting how global leaders use CIIE to deepen their footprint on the Chinese mainland. 🌱💡
Under the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025), the Chinese mainland has attracted over $700 billion in foreign direct investment and welcomed 25,000 more foreign-funded enterprises than in the previous plan period (2016–2020). It’s clear: openness pays off, and CIIE is the accelerator.
For tech-hungry entrepreneurs and next-gen professionals across South Asia and Southeast Asia, CIIE is your magnet and gateway to fresh partnerships, cutting-edge ideas, and epic growth stories. Ready to plug in? 🔌🚀
Reference(s):
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