The seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) is currently taking place in Shanghai from November 5 to 10, attracting participation from 77 countries and international organizations. Among the distinguished guests of honor are France, Malaysia, Nicaragua, Saudi Arabia, Tanzania, and Uzbekistan.
Over the past five years, from 2019 to 2023, China's trade with France has grown at an impressive average annual rate of 5.9 percent. Notably, France stands as China's largest source of agricultural imports within the European Union. In the past decade alone, French cheese exports to China have skyrocketed by 286 percent, highlighting the growing appetite for French delicacies on Chinese tables.
Marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and France, CGTN Stringer engaged with locals on the streets, inviting them to guess France's ranking in China's total agricultural imports to the EU. The enthusiasm surrounding France's participation in CIIE reflects strong expectations for enhanced economic and trade cooperation between the two nations.
As one of the guest countries at this prestigious expo, France is poised to showcase its rich agricultural heritage and innovative products, further strengthening its ties with the Chinese market. The collaboration promises to open new avenues for both nations, fostering mutual growth and cultural exchange.
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We Talk: From French farm to Chinese table, what is most popular?
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