The first phase of the 137th China Import and Export Fair (“Canton Fair”) concluded successfully on April 19. Held from April 15 to 19, the event attracted a massive gathering of global buyers, fostering vibrant negotiations and delivering fruitful outcomes for exhibitors and visitors alike.
“Smart Manufacturing in China” Showcases Cutting-Edge Innovation
Focusing on “Advanced Manufacturing,” Phase 1 covered 520,000 square meters of exhibition space, featuring 25,064 booths and 11,304 exhibitors. Highlights included:
- Over 5,100 premium enterprises recognized as National High-Tech Enterprises, Specialized and Sophisticated SMEs (“Little Giants”), or Manufacturing Industry Champions.
- Approximately 3,700 exhibitors in emerging sectors like “New Trio” (EVs, lithium batteries, solar products), digital technologies, and smart manufacturing.
- The debut Service Robotics Zone drew global attention, highlighting China’s innovation leadership.
Record-Breaking Attendance of International Buyers
As of April 19, 148,585 overseas buyers from 216 countries and regions attended, marking a 20.2% increase compared to the 135th session. Key regional growth included:
- Belt and Road Initiative countries: 101,863 buyers (+20.2%).
- BRICS nations: 38,434 buyers (+23.9%).
- RCEP member states: 29,530 buyers (+4.1%).
- Europe and North America: 23,731 buyers (+6.8%).
Diverse Trade Promotion Activities
Phase 1 hosted 768 trade events, including:
- 204 product launches: 2,500+ on-site attendees and 400,000+ online viewers.
- 551 “Trade Bridge” sessions: Engaged 3,570+ participants from global trade associations and enterprises.
- 5 “Discover Canton Fair” livestreams: Attracted 1.73 million+ views.
- 8 industry forums: Drew 1,500+ attendees.
- 5 trendsetting reports on market insights and innovation.
Upcoming Phase 2: “Quality Living” Focus Running from April 23 to 27, Phase 2 will spotlight home goods, gifts & decorations, and building materials/furniture across 15 exhibition zones. Key details:
- 10,313 exhibitors, including 262 international companies from 29 countries/regions.
- Themes: Eco-friendly designs, smart home solutions, and premium lifestyle products.
Explore global opportunities at the Canton Fair – where innovation meets tradition! For booth inquiries or partnership opportunities, contact our team today.
