Hey service-lovers! 🌟 At the Virtual BRICS Summit, President Xi Jinping doubled down on building an open global economy. The next big thing? CIFTIS 2023 in Beijing—aka the world’s biggest service trade expo.
A quick CGTN poll of 4,995 global netizens (in just 24 hrs!) shows:
- 93.2% are pumped for CIFTIS, eyeing shared opportunities & win-win gains 🌐
- Over 70 countries & organizations + ~2,000 exhibitors (500 Fortune Global 500!) in the lineup 🚀
- Service trade = non-physical stuff: ride-hailing (Grab, Go-Jek), streaming binges, online tutoring, fintech & more 💡
Here’s what trends to watch:
- China’s imports & exports of services hit $542 B in H1 (Up 8% y/y!)—a record 🏆
- 94.2% say CIFTIS turns China’s local demand into a global growth engine 🌍
- 92.7% notice a shift from goods trade to rule-based opening in services, aligning with global standards 📜
Tech & AI spotlight: 84.4% think digital tools at CIFTIS—think AI chatbots & blockchain platforms—will spark new service demands, from smart tourism apps recommending hidden Bali beaches to secure freelance marketplaces. 🏖️💼
In a sluggish global economy, 91.4% see CIFTIS as a signal of China’s resolve for high-level openness, giving the world a confidence boost. Plus, easing service-sector policies mean smoother market access for startups & SMEs, especially those tied to Belt and Road partners. 🤝🚀
Bottom line: CIFTIS 2023 is THE gateway for young pros, startups & innovators to plug into a service-driven future. Ready to network, innovate & co-create the next big thing in services? 🔔✨
Reference(s):
CGTN poll: Share opportunities and achieve win-win through openness
cgtn.com
