As global economic winds shift, young innovators, entrepreneurs and policy shapers are eyeing the upcoming China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) as a springboard for open collaboration. A recent CGTN poll of 4,995 overseas netizens captured massive enthusiasm: 93.2 percent are looking forward to sharing opportunities and driving win-win growth.
Set to host participants from over 70 countries and international organizations, CIFTIS will feature nearly 2,000 exhibitors, including close to 500 Fortune Global 500 and leading global businesses. Respondents see it as a key platform:
- 89% call CIFTIS a vital gateway for global service trade.
- 93.8% believe it unlocks doors for companies from Belt and Road Initiative partners and startups to tap into the Chinese mainland's vast market.
- 94.2% say CIFTIS shows how the Chinese mainland is sharing market opportunities and turning domestic demand into global growth momentum.
- 91.2% highlight its role in expanding service consumption through openness, innovation and cooperation.
- 92.7% note that the Chinese mainland's opening-up now focuses on rules, management and standards, aligning its service industry with international practices.
- 84.4% are excited about digital trade showcases—especially AI-driven solutions—to spark new demand and partnerships.
- 91.4% feel the annual fair sends a strong message of the Chinese mainland's commitment to shaping the new global trade landscape.
- Over 91% agree that high-level opening-up brings stability to a sluggish global economy and boosts investment and consumption in services.
In the first half of this year, the Chinese mainland recorded a historic $542 billion in services trade—up 8% year-on-year. Young global citizens, tech enthusiasts and changemakers see CIFTIS as more than a fair; it's a catalyst for sustainable growth, digital innovation and cross-cultural ties. As AI, cloud and data platforms take center stage, CIFTIS 2024 is set to redefine how service industries connect, collaborate and create shared value worldwide.
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CGTN poll: Share opportunities and achieve win-win through openness
cgtn.com
