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2022 CIIE

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CIIE ties pave way for growth at Belgian port

Photo taken on Oct 29, 2022, shows the exterior of the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. [Photo/IC] The China International Import Expo, or CIIE, has helped the Port of Antwerp-Bruges to expand its business relations, the port's top executive said. Tom Hautekiet, the chief co
CIIE a witness to closer China-Germany cooperation

Visitors discuss products at the booth of Wilo Group, a German provider of pumps and pump systems, at the 5th China International Import Expo in Shanghai. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] SHANGHAI -- At the fifth China International Import Expo (CIIE) held in Shanghai, such eye-catching prod
Tentative deals totaling $73.5B signed at 5th import expo

The fifth China International Import Expo (CIIE) concluded in Shanghai Thursday, with a total of 73.5 billion U.S. dollars worth of tentative deals reached for one-year purchases of goods and services.
German company reps at import expo bullish on China market

Bettina Schoen-Behanzin, Freudenberg Group regional representative for Asia, demonstrates equipment in the companys pavilion at the fifth China International Import Expo in Shanghai on Saturday. (Photo: Tao Xiangan / Peoples Daily)German companies at the fifth China International Import Expo in Shanghai expressed confidence in the Chinese market.The worlds first import-themed national-level expo opened on Saturday, November 5, a day after German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited Beijing, and will close on Thursday."Its super-important that the dialogue between China and Germany continues because we have such an important and successful legacy in creating innovation together," Bjoern Sattler, chief financial officer of Boehringer Ingelheim China told the Peoples Daily. "We are committed to the Chinese market and to the innovative potential we see in China."At the fourth expo pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim launched its partnership with the Wenjiang district government of Chengdu. At the fifth expo on Monday the Boehringer Ingelheim Consanas (Chengdu) Rehabilitation Center was unveiled.China was Germanys most important trading partner in 2021 for the sixth consecutive year, according to the Federal Statistical Office of Germany.The Freudenberg Group, a German technology solutions company, attended the expo for the first time and displayed new energy vehicle innovations."Its a great platform to meet and exchange local and international business partners, especially for sure, the government representatives," said Bettina Schoen-Behanzin, Freudenberg Group regional representative for Asia. "The high focus of the government to push innovation and technology is one of the advantages that Chinas market offers."Chinas stated commitment to opening-up would provide "a stable and predictable business environment" to foster investment, she said.
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Glimpse of exhibition areas at fifth CIIE

Visitors simulate driving the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway at the Comprehensive Exhibition Zone at the fifth China International Import Expo on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. (Photos by Zhang Wujun; compiled by Xie Runjia)Visitors do aerobics with exhibitors at the Consumer Goods exhibition area at the fifth China International Import Expo on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.A visitor photographs Lego toy models at the Consumer Goods exhibition area at the fifth China International Import Expo on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.A visitor carefully watches a model plane at the Intelligent Industry and Information Technology exhibition area at the fifth China International Import Expo on Monday, November 7, 2022.Medical equipment on display at the Intelligent Industry and Information Technology exhibition area at the fifth China International Import Expo on Monday, November 7, 2022.A robot ice cream maker jointly developed by Chinese and Japanese companies makes ice cream at the Intelligent Industry and Information Technology exhibition area at the fifth China International Import Expo, attracting lots of visitors on Monday, November 7, 2022.Various chocolate products on display at the Food and Agricultural Products exhibition area at the fifth China International Import Expo on Wednesday, November 9, 2022.
Live: A journey to the metaverse at the fifth CIIE

The fifth CIIE features a new artificial intelligence subsection in the Intelligent Industry and Information Technology exhibition area. Industry leaders are gathered here to display their products and services related to the metaverse. Let’s start a journey through the metaverse at the CIIE.
Shanghai Legoland model unveiled at CIIE

AmodeloftheLegolandShanghaiResortwasunveiledattheongoing5thChinaInternationalImportExpo,withtheresort'sschematicdesigncompleted。
Cultural exhibits highlight CIIE's international diversity

The cultural activities being held at the fifth China International Import Expo, presented by more than 30 cities and provinces on the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong of China, and Italy, promote mutual understanding among people from different countries and regions.
Xi's speech to CIIE inspires confidence

President Xi Jinping's speech to the fifth China International Import Expo embodies China's unswerving pursuit of high-standard opening-up and its efforts to facilitate world trade and drive global innovation, according to multinational business executives.
Shanghai works to attract international investment, businesses

This photo taken on Nov 2, 2022 shows the west entrance of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). [Photo/Xinhua] Shanghai will continue to deepen its reform and opening-up to the world, carry on with innovation and embrace investors from across the world, Shanghai Mayor Gong Zh
Energy giants sign huge contracts at expo

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Foreign leaders hail CIIE as vital platform to share opportunities

The China International Import Expo (CIIE) has become a vital international platform for promoting trade, investment and global cooperation, and China has made important contributions to the worlds economic recovery, foreign leaders and heads of international organizations said.The National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, China, October 29, 2022. (Photo: CFP)When delivering remarks at the fifth CIIE opening ceremony held in Shanghai on Friday, they said China adheres to the right course of economic globalization, and remains committed to promoting international development through cooperation.Regarding the CIIE as an essential bridge for China-Indonesia economic and trade cooperation, Indonesian President Joko Widodo said the industries of Indonesia and China are highly complementary. Indonesias palm oil, coffee, tropical fruits and other high-quality specialty products will further open up the Chinese consumer market through the platform of the CIIE, he said.He pointed out that under the current international situation full of uncertainties, good cooperation between Indonesia and China is positive energy for the region and the world.The relationship between the two countries has become an example of mutually beneficial cooperation among countries in the region, said the president. He expressed the hope that the CIIE can positively promote world economic growth and recovery, and provide a platform for dialogue.Stressing that the world needs much stronger international cooperation, International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said, "that is why we need this expo (CIIE) and similar opportunities for interaction and dialogue."She said Chinas reforms had opened the economy to greater competition and innovation, which, in turn, saw rapid gains in productivity and a tremendous increase in living standards."China has an immense stake in global trade, and in the strength of the multilateral trading system tha...
Let openness bring broad prospects for global development: Xi

BEIJING, Nov. 4 (Xinhua) - Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that the country is ready to work with all countries to practice true multilateralism, build more consensus for openness, jointly overcome the difficulties and challenges confronting global economic growth, and make sure that the commitment to openness will bring about broad prospects for global development.This photo taken on Nov. 2, 2022 shows a medical device of General Electric Company (GE) to be displayed in the upcoming fifth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east Chinas Shanghai. (Photo: Xinhua)Xi made the remarks when addressing the opening ceremony of the fifth China International Import Expo via video.
China to share opportunities from deepened int'l cooperation: Xi

President Xi Jinping said on Friday that China will work with all countries and all parties to share the opportunities from deepened international cooperation.
5th CIIE expected to energize global economy, cooperation

Photo: CFPBEIJING, Nov. 4 (Xinhua) -- At the second China International Import Expo (CIIE) in 2019, a robot displayed in the booth of the French sporting goods retailer Decathlon caught the eyes of many visitors. Featuring a combination of radio frequency identification and artificial intelligence (AI), the robot called Dibao can substantially boost the efficiency of inventory management at physical stores.The idea on Dibao was sparked at the very first edition of the CIIE, where the French firm came across an AI robot company, and the two parties soon embarked on a robot project that integrated advanced technologies from China, France and Germany. Nowadays, Dibao has been deployed in dozens of Decathlon stores across China, drawing wide interest from overseas markets.Dibaos success is just one of many stories of how the CIIE has brought together ideas, innovations, technologies as well as business opportunities over the past five years. The world can expect more this year.Since its inception, the CIIE has not only "enabled exhibits to become traded goods and exhibitors to spot more investment opportunities," but also "facilitated an exchange of new and creative ideas, and better connected China and the wider world," said Chinese President Xi Jinping in his keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the third CIIE.PLATFORM FOR COOPERATIONFrom U.S. conglomerate Honeywell that plans to display more than 60 innovative products at the new expo, to Türkiyes edible oil company Savola Foods, the Norwegian Seafood Council, and many other enterprises eager to introduce specialties from their own countries, the exhibitors enthusiasm is a testimony that the expo has become a show window for quality goods, a catalyst for innovation and an incubator of new partnerships.The accumulated intended turnover at the previous four editions of the CIIE exceeded 270 billion U.S. dollars. The organizer said on Tuesday that representatives from a total of 1...
CIIE in the eyes of global CEOs | Bayer: We are part of China's development and progress proudly

Editors notes: It is the fifth time for the China International Import Expo to take place in Shanghai, and CIIE has been increasingly recognized by global businesses as a great platform to get connected with China and beyond. Again, we invite some of them to voice their opinions, which is to shed light upon the CIIE this year!Werner Baumann, chairman of the Board of Management of Bayer AGThis year is the 5th time that Bayer, a world leading life science company participates in the China International Import Expo. This year is also the 140th anniversary of our company in China.Over these many years and decades, Bayer has witnessed Chinas development and progress and weve been part of it proudly. At Bayer, we are committed to making peoples lives better and to advancing peoples health and nutrition. These are not only basic human needs, it is also what our company does best.Since Bayers first presence in the event five years ago, weve been working closely with our Chinese partners to introduce our latest research achievements through this national platform.As Chinas most significant import exhibition, the CIIE very much facilitated international companies like Bayer, to share and grow together with Chinas economic development.Our vision at Bayer is "Health for all, hunger for none." Standing on our two fundamental pillars – health care and agriculture. Both areas are essential to address the sustainable development goals of the United Nations, and both also stand on Chinas National Agenda.At Bayers presence in this years fair, there are two notable highlights. First, Bayers exhibition space will be increased by 50 percent compared with last year. And second, Bayers Crop Science Division will be present in the crop and seeds subsection of the fair, as our latest effort to support Chinas agricultural development.The global pandemic has not ended yet. Health and nutrition, the two very b...
CIIE looks to continue opening-up policy

President Xi Jinping will deliver a speech via video at the opening ceremony of the fifth China International Import Expo and the Hongqiao International Economic Forum on Friday, a spokeswoman for the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.Flowers adorn the road next to the west square of the National Exhibition and Convention Center for the fifth CIIE in Shanghai, Oct 31, 2022. (Photo: VCG)The opening ceremony will be held in Shanghai, said Shu Jueting, the spokeswoman.The China International Import Expo, which is evolving into an international public good for the world to share, is becoming an increasingly important platform for China to expand high-standard opening-up and propel high-quality development amid rising protectionism in the world, according to experts and business leaders.The CIIE is the worlds first dedicated import expo. In the past four years, it has led to fruitful outcomes, and it will continue to be a great channel for global players to tap into the Chinese market, they said.It is scheduled to be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai from Saturday to Nov 10 and has attracted participants from more than 145 countries, regions and international organizations, the CIIE Bureau said.A total of 284 Fortune Global 500 enterprises and world leaders representing various industries will participate in the enterprise exhibitions this time around, a number exceeding last years total. Nearly 90 percent of the exhibitors participated in the previous event.Zhou Mi, a senior researcher at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation in Beijing, said with the conclusion of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the country is embarking on a new journey toward modernization."It prompts us to promote cooperation with others in the world, especially as the rising protectionism in some countries is hurting international cooperation and trust," Zhou said."Under such circum...
Xi to address 5th CIIE opening ceremony via video, speech to be broadcast live

The mascot of CIIE is seen outside the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai on Oct 18, 2022. [Photo/IC]BEIJING, Nov. 3 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping will deliver a speech via video at the opening ceremony of the fifth China International Import Expo (CIIE) and the Hongqiao International Economic Forum on Friday in Shanghai.The speech by Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, will be broadcast live by China Media Group and relayed simultaneously on major news websites and new media platforms.
CIIE reflects commitment to opening-up

The 5th China International Import Expo will be held in Shanghai, its permanent host city, from Saturday to Thursday, providing a platform for companies from around the world to display their products, promote their brands and find business partners.
Fosun Pharma to attend 5th CIIE in full force

Fosun Pharma will have its portfolio companies and business partners showcase their latest innovations at the upcoming 5th China International Import Expo, the China-based global healthcare group announced during a recent media briefing.
Pest-control measures ramped up to ensure clean and safe CIIE venues

Pest-control and disinfection measures for the exhibition venue of the upcoming fifth China International Import Expo are fully underway, the local health authority said on Wednesday.
CIIE poised to become highlight of worldwide economic recovery: MFA

China said the success of the fifth edition of China International Import Expo (CIIE) would be a highlight of global economic recovery on Wednesday.
Fifth CIIE to see broader participation this year to witness to China's continued opening-up push: expert

Photo taken on Oct. 15, 2022 shows decorative installations near an entrance of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the main venue for the China International Import Expo (CIIE), in east Chinas Shanghai. The fifth CIIE is scheduled to be held from Nov. 5 to 10. (Photo: Xinhua)The China International Import Expo (CIIE), a major platform bearing witness to the countrys uncompromising resolve to open up its economy, will greet its fifth edition with broader participation, according to the organizer on Tuesday.The event, which is set to showcase more premium items from a longer list of global heavyweights, on the premise of well-designed virus containment plans, will inject much-needed optimism into the global economy, experts said. They are hoping for the event to exemplify the Chinese path to modernization as the economic recovery is envisioned to gain pace in spite of coronavirus flare-ups, rising geopolitical tensions and other headwinds. All preparatory work has been done for the fifth CIIE, Sun Chenghai, deputy head of the China International Import Expo Bureau, told a media briefing on Tuesday. The fifth imports expo is scheduled for November 5-10 in Shanghai.A total of 145 countries, regions and international organizations have signed up for the fifth CIIE, including developed countries and developing countries, Sun said, speaking of wider participation this year.Companies from 127 countries and regions will take part in the business and commercial exhibition while 66 countries and three international organizations are set to take the stage at the annual trade fair, outnumbering last years participation.In addition, there are businesses attending the event from all member economies of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). The number of participating economies along the routes of the Belt and Road Initiative and those that group the Shanghai Cooperation Organization is up in both cases from the previous fair,...
5th CIIE to welcome more participants

The fifth China International Import Expo will see a total of 145 nations, regions and international organizations as well as enterprises from 127 countries and regions participate, according to the news conference held on Tuesday. [Photo by Gao Erqiang / chinadaily.com.cn] The fifth China Intern
5th CIIE preparations nearly complete in Shanghai

Photo: CFPPreparations for the 5th China International Import Expo (CIIE) are almost complete, organizers told a press conference on Tuesday, adding that 145 countries, regions and international organizations will participate in this years expo, which is slated for November 5-10 in Shanghai.
Tesla to debut two new models at CIIE

PosterofTesla'sModelSPlaid.(PhotoscreenshotfromTesla'sWeibo)Electric-cargiantTeslawillbringitsModelSPlaidandS3XYtothe5thChinaInternationalImportExpo,thecompanysaidonitsWeiboaccountonMonday。
Tesla to debut two new models at CIIE

Electric-car giant Tesla will bring its Model S Plaid and S3XY to the 5th China International Import Expo, the company said on its Weibo account on Monday.
Preparation for 5th CIIE enters final stage as national-level expo approaches in Shanghai

Gardeners decorate the south square of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the main venue for the China International Import Expo (CIIE), in east Chinas Shanghai, Oct 15, 2022. (Photo: Xinhua)As the first major international expo held in China after the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the upcoming fifth China International Import Expo (CIIE), scheduled to be held from November 5 to 10 in Shanghai, has entered the final stages of preparation, with the business exhibition, Hongqiao forums and other supporting activities being prepared under the pandemic prevention instructions. CIIE is the worlds first import-themed national-level expo. More than 280 Fortune Global 500 companies and industry-leading enterprises confirmed their participation, of which nearly 90 percent are repeat participants, according to the CIIE bureau.Several exhibitors have started setting up their booths at the expo as the first group of exhibits including new generation PET/CT and chassis of recreational vehicles were transported to the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai on October 24. Notably, the digital expo platform, which was launched for the first time, focused on the technology and equipment exhibition, with more than 350 high-quality exhibitors and thousands of exhibits displaying online. Relying on digital means, VR and other new technologies, the platform provides exhibitors with a broader space to exhibit their products to consumers, according to the CIIE bureau.Its the fifth year for German life science giant Bayer to participate in the upcoming event. The company will continue to increase its booth area at CIIE by 50 percent compared with the previous year, reaching a record high, according to the company.Zhou Xiaolan, president of Bayer China told the Global Times on Friday that "the CIIE has become a vivid epitome of Chinas commitment to high-level opening-up and a comprehensive window for ga...
Volunteers get ready for commencement of 5th CIIE

Ti GongVolunteers are ready to serve the 5th CIIE.With the clock ticking down to the 5th China International Import Expo, about 3,000 volunteers who are students from 40 local universities and colleges have begun training at the National Exhibition and Convention Center of Shanghai, the venue o
Convention center colorfully landscaped ahead of CIIE

(Photos: SHINE)The National Exhibition and Convention Center of Shanghai and nearby areas are spruced up with a splash of colors for the upcoming 5th China International Import Expo, which will run from November 5th through the 10th.At the south square of the center, landscaping in the shape of Jin Bao, the mascot of the expo, and "cloud mountain" present an enchanting floral scenery.The flowers will be in their most vibrant season during the CIIE, authorities noted.In a 1-square-kilometer key area around the center, 140,000 pots of flowers such as red sage and zinnia covering 4,100 square meters are planted, and Zhuguang Road, Laigang Road and Yinggang Rd E. have been decorated with floral pillars and balls.Twelve vertical landscape walls have been erected along Zhuguang Road.Under the south overpass of Zhuguang Road, maple and acer palmatum are planted, turning a grey area into a colorful one with a Jiangnan-style flavor with its blend of landscape decorations.A brilliant night view will be presented with lights along Songze Avenue, Yinggang Rd E. and Zhuguang Road, and Laigang Road will be switched on during the expo, presenting a rainbow of blossoming flower scenery.A floral landscape at the National Exhibition and Convention Center of ShanghaiThe National Exhibition and Convention Center of ShanghaiAreas near the National Exhibition and Convention Center of Shanghai are decorated with flowers.A floral sea at the National Exhibition and Convention Center of ShanghaiThe National Exhibition and Convention Center of Shanghai is spruced up.Areas near the National Exhibition and Convention Center of Shanghai are decorated with flowers.
CIIE to hold forum on sharing opportunities in global aging

The mascot of CIIE is seen outside the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai on Oct 18, 2022. (Photo: IC)As a significant part of the China International Import Expo, the 5th Hongqiao International Economic Forum will hold a parallel session — Sharing Opportunities in Global Aging — to focus on the new opportunities brought by the rise in the number of senior people, news portal the Paper reported on Wednesday, citing sources from the CIIE Bureau.As part of the section: “Opening-up: Sharing Achievements”, the parallel session will be held at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Center on Nov 5.About 100 countries and regions around the globe have entered the stage of population aging, and the United Nations estimates that the share of the global population aged 65 and above is projected to rise from 10 percent in 2022 to 16 percent in 2050, the bureau said.China entered the aging society around the year 2000 in step with the rest of the world. By the end of 2021, the population aged 65 and above had exceeded 200 million, indicating the country is in the process of rapid aging.The parallel session, jointly hosted by the Ministry of Commerce and the National Development and Reform Commission, aims at exploring responses to the aging challenges, creating better life for the elderly, and boosting economic growth by developing the silver economy, the report said.A report on Chinese cities’ capabilities in coping with population aging will also be released at the forum to provide reference for cities to actively cope with population aging, and explore compatible solutions for social economic development as well as the population aging process, the bureau said.
Cold-chain food products for CIIE arrive in Shanghai

Chen XihanA truck carrying imported cold-chain food exhibits for the 5th China International Import Expo arrives at a warehouse in Qingpu on Thursday.Chen XihanFood products are disinfected inside the truck.The first shipment of imported cold-chain food for display at the 5th China Inte

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