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"I've attended the China International Import Expo (CIIE) three times, and each time feels like opening a new mystery box. You never know what surprises you'll encounter," said Angel Prieto, Vice President of External Affairs and Director at Asociación Nacional de CEEIs (ANCES), his eyes filled with excitement. A veteran with over a decade of experience in Spain's and Europe's innovation sectors, Prieto's connection with China began 15 years ago. For him, the CIIE has become a "magical platform where connections take root".
Peruvian artisan Oswaldo Mamani never anticipated that a chance encounter with Chinese tourist Ma Yuxia ten years ago would open the door for his small hand-sewn alpaca dolls to reach the China International Import Expo (CIIE) across the ocean. Making an appearance at the CIIE, an international grand stage, became the "code" that changed his family's destiny.
Ms. Prinat Apirat, Consul-General of the Kingdom of Thailand in Shanghai, has a unique perspective on China: both familiar and unfamiliar. She has been posted to China twice, the first time being about 20 years ago in Beijing. In 2023, she came to work in Shanghai. "Returning to China, I am deeply impressed by the rapid development here, especially the astounding progress in the digital sector," said Apirat.
On the streets of Yiwu, why can unattended goods remain perfectly safe? Ali, a "foreign influencer" living in Yiwu, captured this unique sense of security through his camera.
"Why is Mr Udumullage using this account today?" "Mr Udumullage is here, should we expect more giveaways?"... When Chiranjaya Udumullage, Founder and Chairman of Sri Road, suddenly appeared in the live stream of "Sri Road", the comments section instantly exploded with excitement. The Sri Lankan businessman, accustomed to the enthusiastic greetings from fans, responded calmly and individually.
At the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE), the Innovation Incubation Special Section was buzzing with excitement as visitors tried out "Moonwalkers," the world's first smart-powered shoes that let you walk at running speeds. These innovative shoes, created by the American startup Shift Robotics, made their Asian debut at the CIIE.
For seven consecutive years, each appearance at the CIIE has been marked by a distinct new identity—this is the story of Dupilumab Injection (Dupixent®) from the multinational pharmaceutical company Sanofi. From enhancing disease awareness to being approved in China two years ahead of schedule and included in the national health insurance, from expanding indications for atopic dermatitis to covering all age groups, and to entering the respiratory disease treatment field—this innovative drug has continuously evolved on the stage of the CIIE. It has grown from a "CIIE baby" to a "Hexagonal Warrior" covering seven major indications. This is a testament to global innovation accelerating its landing in China and evidence that China's speed has surpassed global benchmarks.
Blending Nordic minimalism with IKEA's modern design philosophy, an exhibition space that harmonizes aesthetics and functionality made debut at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE).
As the eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) approaches, Edward Lee, Chief Executive Officer of Johnson Health Tech. Co., Ltd. China finds his schedule increasingly packed. The success of the past three expos—marked by a flood of orders, enhanced reputation, and new partnerships—has filled him and his team with anticipation for their fourth outing.
Roy Van Den Hurk, CEO of Milk New Zealand Dairy Limited, could be considered a "die-hard fan" of the China International Import Expo (CIIE). Except for a brief absence from one edition due to uncontrollable factors, he travels all the way from New Zealand to China every year specifically to attend this annual event.
China is the world's largest importer and consumer of durians. Previously, durians from Southeast Asia entered the Chinese market primarily as frozen products. Nowadays, fresh durians from Malaysia are directly sourced from century-old orchards in Pahang, transported via a cold chain route from Kuala Lumpur Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. They undergo immediate customs inspection through a green channel, going through customs clearance and reaching supermarket shelves within 36 hours at most.
"Last year it was an exhibit; this year it's a product." That’s the story of Roche’s Xofluza, an innovative medicine for influenza. It commenced the journey at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) as a small medicine box with the English label. In no time, it underwent a remarkable transformation at the CIIE, evolving from "an Exhibit" to "a Product"—not only entering the market but also being produced locally.
As a domestic partner to recruit exhibitors for the China International Import Expo (CIIE) Bureau, Lingang Group created a vibrant Lingang Exhibition Area at the 7th CIIE. Within a 2,700-square-meter space, it has brought together 68 foreign brand clusters, showcasing its strong appeal.
As a cutting-edge innovation in cleaning technology, the AI robot scrubber cleaner from Germany's leading cleaning equipment company, Kärcher, could hardly have imagined that just two months after being admired at the CIIE booth, it would swiftly begin operating at Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, only about 3 kilometers away. The speed of this role transition is astonishing.
What motivates a New Zealand company to cross oceans and participate in an expo in China every year, despite numerous uncertainties? For Zespri, a consistent participant in all the previous editions of China International Import Expo (CIIE), the answer is clear and resolute: China has become its indispensable main overseas market. Every March, Zespri's orchards in New Zealand harvest the freshest kiwifruit, which is promptly shipped to Chinese ports. In the fall, Zespri's global management team arrives as scheduled, demonstrating their commitment to and trust in the CIIE.
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government announced that as of Tuesday noon, public donations to the “Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po” had reached HK$2 billion (about $260 million). Together with the HK$300 million in seed funding provided by the government, the fund now totals approximately HK$2.3 billion.
"Before attending the China International Import Expo (CIIE), I received some excellent advice: wear comfortable walking shoes instead of high heels, as the venue is enormous. I'm very grateful for that tip," said Jennie Chen, Consul General of Canada in Shanghai, with a smile. "The scale of the CIIE and the incredible energy it brings are astonishing. Innovation, openness, diversity, and genuine energy make it a landmark event of the year."
When the lights of the "Four-Leaf Clover", the venue for the China International Import Expo (CIIE), first illuminated the KEYENCE booth, those sensors, gleaming with metallic luster, stood like a regiment of soldiers ready to explore their "battlefield", while the digital microscope lenses reflected the vibrant pulse of the Chinese market.
China’s language magazine Yaowen-Jiaozi has released its annual list of the top 10 buzzwords of 2025. The top three are “resilience,” “embodied intelligence” and “suchao,” a grassroots football league in Jiangsu Province that has grown into a nationwide phenomenon.
Time is money—this is almost a mantra for Teh-han Chow, President of Global Foodservice & CEO Greater China at Fonterra. However, there is one place where he is willing to spend time: the China International Import Expo (CIIE).
At the China headquarters of the SYR, located within its park, a stream of "living water" from the China International Import Expo (CIIE) is continuously fueling the company's development. The innovative consumer experience hall in the park is a live-action exhibition space created by SYR, following the CIIE's "6+365 days" year-round exhibition and sales concept. It not only showcases the Haier whole-house water service solutions that debuted at the CIIE but also serves as a testament to the deep integration of German quality with the Chinese market.
As a crucial hub on the ancient Silk Road, Georgia boasts a wine making history of over 8,000 years, earning it the title of one of the world's wine cradles and a major wine-exporting country. Today, the aroma of Georgian wine is reaching broader markets through the platform of the China International Import Expo (CIIE).
When Colombia announced that it would debut as the guest country of honor at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), Colombian Ambassador to China, Sergio Cabrera, was reminded of his teenage years in China.
How tiring is it to visit an expo? Walking 20,000 steps a day is the norm for many attendees. At the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the venue for the China International Import Expo (CIIE), the vast exhibition space makes it easy for your step count to top the leaderboard in just one day. At this point, sitting in a massage chair for a moment of full-body relaxation undoubtedly adds a rare touch of comfort to your CIIE journey. OSIM, a leading high-end massage chair brand from Singapore, has provided attendees with a delightful experience of fatigue relief through a series of innovative massage chairs, garnering much praise for the brand.
Shoigu said Russia and China need to strengthen strategic alignment as the international geopolitical landscape is undergoing complex changes and global security challenges are increasing.
In particular, the two sides agreed to firmly uphold the outcomes of WWII victory and resolutely oppose any retrogressive acts attempting to whitewash colonial aggression, he noted.
The Chinese Consulate in Chicago hosts a group of young American writers from the Young Envoys Scholarships (YES) program and international educators to celebrate the publication of " 100 American Secondary School Students' Tales About China" and the China–US inter-school MOU signing ceremony on Monday in Chicago.
Wang Huning, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, meets with Thongloun Sisoulith, general secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party Central Committee and Lao president, in Vientiane, Laos, December 1, 2025.
China on Tuesday called on World Trade Organization members to actively fulfill their transparency obligations regarding trade measures, stressing that improved disclosure is essential to maintaining the stability of the multilateral trading system.
Two U.S. National Guard members were shot near the White House last week, leading to the arrest of a 29-year-old suspect. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security described the suspect as “a criminal alien from Afghanistan” who was among thousands of evacuees brought to the U.S. under Operation Allies Welcome following the U.S. military's withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.
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