Canton Fair Marks 70 Years as Global Trade Platform
The 140th session of the China Import and Export Fair, known as the Canton Fair, has opened, celebrating its 70th anniversary. The event highlights China's ongoing commitment to international trade and opening-up.
The China Import and Export Fair, widely known as the Canton Fair, commenced its 140th session on Wednesday, marking 70 years since its inception. The event underscores China's sustained dedication to fostering international trade and economic openness.
At the opening ceremony, Chinese Premier Li Qiang emphasized China's commitment to high-quality development and expanding high-standard opening-up. He stated that China is prepared to share market opportunities and promote mutually beneficial cooperation, while also defending the international economic and trade order.
Since its establishment in 1957, the Canton Fair has evolved into a significant global trade platform. Initially focused solely on exports, it later incorporated an import section, transforming into a two-way trade forum. The fair has hosted over 10 million overseas buyers, both in person and online.
This year's fair places a strong emphasis on advanced manufacturing, showcasing emerging technologies and industries such as robotics, drones, and artificial intelligence. These advancements reflect China's role in supporting global supply chains and driving the modernization of the manufacturing sector.