Sinopec Signs $40.9 Billion in Deals at China International Import Expo 2025
China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, known as Sinopec, signed purchasing contracts totaling $40.9 billion with 34 partners from 17 countries and regions during the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai. The agreements cover 24 products across 10 categories, including crude oil, chemicals, equipment, materials, and consumer goods. Since the expo’s inception in 2018, Sinopec […]
Hong Kong Lighting and Eco Expos Drive Global Trade in Smart and Green Innovation
The 27th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), the 10th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, and the 20th Eco Expo Asia concluded with strong international participation, attracting around 62,000 buyers from 141 countries and regions. These events, organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and partners, served as key […]
Pony.ai Secures Shenzhen’s First Citywide Permit for Driverless Robotaxi Operations
Pony.ai has been granted Shenzhen’s first citywide permit for fully driverless commercial robotaxi operations, allowing the company and its partner, Shenzhen Xihu Corporation Limited, to offer services throughout the city. The permit, issued jointly to Pony.ai and Xihu Group, facilitates scalable driverless operations in one of China’s major innovation centers, with initial services launching in […]
Shanghai Launches International Jewelry Fashion Theme Month to Boost Global Hub Status
The First International Jewelry Fashion Theme Month and the 2025 Shanghai Haute Couture Week began on October 30, 2025, in Shanghai’s Grand Yuyuan Cultural Area. This event follows the establishment of the Shanghai International Jewelry & Style District, highlighting efforts to position Shanghai as a key player in the global jewelry and fashion industries. The […]
Canton Fair exhibitors showcase Sustainable, Design-Driven household innovations
Global consumers are increasingly prioritizing sustainability, personalization, and aesthetics in household products, driving demand for eco-friendly and well-designed items. At Phase 2 of the 138th Canton Fair in Guangzhou, exhibitors in the Household Items section are demonstrating how Chinese manufacturers are adapting to these trends with innovations that combine environmental responsibility and modern design. Global […]
China Clean Expo 2026 in Shanghai to Showcase Cleaning Industry Innovations
The 27th China Clean Expo (CCE) is scheduled for March 31 to April 3, 2026, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. Organized by IM Sinoexpo with support from ISSA, this event is positioned as a key gathering for the cleaning industry in Asia, attracting global professionals to explore innovations and business opportunities. Exhibition Scope […]
Yiwu’s Sixth-Generation Market Opens, Boosting Digital Trade in China
The Yiwu Global Digital Trade Center, a flagship project of Yiwu’s sixth-generation market in Zhejiang province, officially opened on October 14, 2025. Covering a building area of 1.25 million square meters, the center integrates five functional zones: a marketplace, business offices, a commercial district, apartments, and a digital trade port. The marketplace alone spans 410,000 […]
China Automotive CTO Summit Releases 2025 Consensus on Industry Transformation
In October 2025, Chief Technology Officers from leading domestic and international automotive enterprises gathered in Chongqing, China, to address the industry’s shift toward innovation-driven development amid global changes. The meeting resulted in a consensus highlighting key areas for collaboration and advancement in the evolving automotive landscape. Key Consensus Points The consensus outlined that the automotive […]
Beijing Irrigation Expo 2026 to Showcase Global Smart Agriculture Innovations
The 12th Beijing International Irrigation Technology Expo and World Irrigation Technology Congress will take place from March 30 to April 1, 2026, at the China National Convention Center in Beijing. This event will be held alongside the Beijing International Modern Protected Agriculture Expo, covering an exhibition area of 30,000 square meters and featuring technologies from […]
Shanghai’s Economic Rise Highlighted at ‘Grow With China’ CEO Roundtable
Shanghai is advancing China’s high-quality development through international collaboration and innovation, as discussed at the ‘Grow With China’ CEO roundtable held on October 20. The event, organized by the Foreign Affairs Office of the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government and China Daily, featured insights from economists and executives on the city’s economic strategies. Multinational Presence and […]