The 138th Canton Fair is in full swing in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province in the Chinese mainland, marking nearly 70 years of high-quality opening-up and global trade leadership. With more than 32,000 exhibitors and over 12 million onsite and online visitors, this biannual expo has become a must-attend event for businesses and innovators around the world.
Since its debut in 1957, the Canton Fair has connected companies from 229 countries and regions, racking up an accumulated export volume of $1.5 trillion. In an era of protectionism and geopolitical volatility, its open platform dismantles trade barriers and fosters cooperation—driving China’s economic liberalization and delivering new growth opportunities to domestic and international players alike.
Beyond business matchmaking, this year’s Fair doubles down on personalized experiences. A vibrant food street, the traditional Yingge dance, the musical Bond of Love, and the Canton Music and Cuisine Festival shine a spotlight on China’s cultural heritage. Meanwhile, intellectual property complaint stations and a fast, transparent IPR protection mechanism guard innovation—at the 137th edition alone, 169 out of 356 infringement cases were swiftly mediated.
To make participation smoother, organizers have teamed up with financial institutions, travel agencies, and airlines to offer flight and hotel discounts, seamless attendance services, and targeted trade matching. From small startups to established multinationals, exhibitors and investors enjoy a level playing field—an inclusive, unforgettable experience that underscores the Canton Fair’s role in stabilizing supply chains and amplifying China’s high-standard opening-up.
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Canton Fair boosts China's opening up with diverse, tailored services
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