As the third China International Supply Chain Expo wrapped up this Sunday in the Chinese mainland, industry insiders and global observers were treated to a vivid reminder: no company stands alone. From raw materials to last-mile delivery, the expo’s standout feature was a large-scale visual story mapping how businesses from over 50 countries and regions connect through modern supply chains.
The interactive exhibit traced networks across major sectors1electronics, automotive, pharmaceuticals, apparel and agriculturehighlighting hubs in the G20, APEC members and emerging markets alike. Using data from thousands of companies, the map illuminated core trade routes and unveiled surprising cross-border links, sparking conversations among entrepreneurs, policy makers and tech enthusiasts.
Key insights from the visual story:
- Sector hubs: Electronics networks centered in the United States, the European Union and the Chinese mainland.
- Cross-border clusters: Automotive parts flowed along EuropeAsia corridors, while agricultural products wove between South America and Southeast Asia.
- Sustainability hotspots: New eco-friendly packaging suppliers emerged in the African region and the Indian subcontinent.
- Tech convergence: Southern Asia and the Middle East rose as digital service and software development centers.
One striking example followed the journey of a smartphone: mined in Australia, assembled in the Chinese mainland, software-tuned in India and marketed across Europe, illustrating just how international cooperation drives the tech we use daily.
For young global citizens, business leaders, thought influencers and digital nomads alike, this visual map offered a fresh perspective on industrial cooperation. It underscored the shared challenges and opportunities of a hyperconnected worldand set the stage for next years expo to build even deeper ties.
Reference(s):
Mapping the world: Understanding global industrial cooperation
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