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1. China International Import Expo (CIIE)
Location: Shanghai, China
Time: November 5–10 annually
Basic Information:
As the world's first national-level expo themed around imports, the CIIE is held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), a state-of-the-art venue designed to facilitate large-scale international events. Since its inception in 2018, it has served as a pivotal platform for international procurement, investment promotion, and cultural exchange, attracting participants from over 150 countries and regions globally. The expo features specialized pavilions for countries, regions, and industries, alongside high-level forums and business matchmaking sessions. It is consistently included in China’s Government Work Report, underscoring its significance in advancing global economic cooperation and openness.

2. China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair)
Location: Guangzhou, China
Time: Twice a year (Spring Session: April 15–May 5; Autumn Session: October 15–November 4)
Basic Information:
Established in 1957, the Canton Fair is China’s longest-running, largest-scale, and most comprehensive international trade fair, held at the China Import and Export Fair Complex (Guangzhou), a sprawling venue covering 1.18 million square meters. Renowned as "China's No. 1 Exhibition," it annually draws buyers from over 200 countries and regions, achieving significant transaction volumes across 16 major product categories, including machinery, electronics, and textiles. The fair combines physical exhibitions with digital platforms, enabling seamless global participation and fostering long-term trade partnerships.

3. China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS)
Location: Beijing, China
Time: Early September annually
Basic Information:
As the world’s sole national-level comprehensive platform for trade in services, CIFTIS is hosted across two venues in Beijing: the China National Convention Center and Shougang Park, a revitalized industrial site symbolizing green innovation. The expo focuses on digital economy and green services, featuring exhibitions, forums, and negotiations on emerging sectors like fintech, healthcare, and cultural trade. Since its launch in 2012, it has become a leading event driving global cooperation in the service trade sector, aligning with China’s strategic priorities in high-tech and sustainable development.

4. China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE)
Location: Haikou, Hainan Province, China
Time: April annually
Basic Information:
As China’s first national-level expo centered on consumer goods, CICPE is held at the Hainan International Convention and Exhibition Center (Haikou), leveraging Hainan Free Trade Port’s policy advantages. The expo attracts renowned global consumer brands, showcasing premium products in fashion, beauty, and smart technology. It serves as a global showcase and trading hub, supporting Hainan’s vision as an international tourism and consumption center through duty-free policies and immersive cultural experiences.

5. Global Digital Trade Exposition (GDTE)
Location: Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
Time: Specific dates vary annually (e.g., September 25–28, 2025)
Basic Information:
As China’s sole national-level expo dedicated to digital trade, GDTE takes place at the Hangzhou International Expo Center, a hub for tech innovation. The expo focuses on data circulation, cross-border e-commerce, and AI, featuring cutting-edge technologies like blockchain and the metaverse. Since its debut in 2022, it has emerged as a key barometer for trends in the digital trade sector, fostering international collaboration through high-level dialogues and startup competitions.

6. Yiwu China Commodity City (RECEPTION)
Location: Yiwu City, Zhejiang Province, China
Time: Established in 1982
Basic Information:
The world’s largest distribution hub for small commodities, Yiwu China Commodity City comprises eight major complexes, including International Trade City Districts 1-5 and Huangyuan Market, spanning over 6.4 million square meters of business space with 75,000 operational stalls. It offers more than 2.1 million product categories across 26 sectors, from toys to hardware. Dubbed the "World’s Supermarket," it conducts trade with over 230 countries and regions, with an annual transaction volume exceeding 200 billion yuan (USD 28 billion) consecutively. Averaging over 300,000 daily visitors, it serves as a global benchmark for small commodity trade, integrating physical markets with e-commerce platforms like Yiwugou.com.