China International Hardware Fair 2026 to Showcase Industry Innovations in Shanghai
The 39th China International Hardware Fair (CIHF) is scheduled to take place from March 24 to 26, 2026, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. The event is expected to attract over 60,000 professionals from more than 70 countries, including manufacturers, distributors, and procurement specialists. It serves as a key trade platform […]
China-Europe Rail Freight Market to Reach $35.49 Billion by 2031
The China-Europe rail freight transport market is forecast to expand significantly, with its size estimated at $18.27 billion in 2026, up from $16 billion in 2025, and projected to reach $35.49 billion by 2031, according to a report by Mordor Intelligence. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.2%, reflecting robust trade flows […]
Guangdong prioritizes manufacturing-services integration for 2026 industrial upgrade
Guangdong province held a Provincial High-quality Development Conference on February 24, focusing on advancing the coordinated development of its manufacturing and services sectors. The conference, attended by provincial leaders including Huang Kunming, secretary of the CPC Guangdong Provincial Committee, and Meng Fanli, governor, aimed to align with industrial evolution trends and support high-quality development initiatives. […]
Canton Fair to Hold Promotion Conference in South Korea Ahead of 2026 Session
The Canton Fair, a major trade event based in Guangzhou, China, will send a working delegation to South Korea from March 18 to 20, 2026, to conduct a series of promotion activities. This initiative aims to strengthen engagement with South Korean buyers and increase awareness of the fair’s latest developments, exhibition structure, and service innovations. […]
Hong Kong Budget 2026-27 Aims to Boost Trade and Innovation Amid National Five-Year Plan
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) has expressed support for the 2026-27 Budget presented by the Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). The budget outlines measures to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international centre for finance, trade, shipping, and innovation and technology (I&T), while accelerating new industrialisation and digital […]
HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 to Host Hospitality and Foodservice Exhibition in China
HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 is set to take place from March 30 to April 2, 2026, in Shanghai, China, positioning itself as a key event for global hospitality and foodservice suppliers aiming to access the Chinese and broader Asian markets. The exhibition builds on the record-breaking performance of its 2025 edition, which attracted 284,581 professional visitors, […]
Hong Kong trade fairs attract 82,000 global buyers, highlighting China market links
The 52nd HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, 17th HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair, and 24th Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair concluded at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, attracting around 82,000 buyers from 121 countries and regions. The events, organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) […]
J&T Express and SF Holding announce $1.1 billion cross-shareholding deal to strengthen global logistics
Chinese logistics companies J&T Global Express and SF Holding have announced a strategic cross-shareholding agreement involving HKD8.3 billion (approximately $1.1 billion) in mutual investments. The deal represents a significant consolidation within China’s competitive logistics sector as companies seek to strengthen their positions in the global market. Under the agreement, J&T Express will issue 822 million […]
GBA enterprises accelerate ASEAN expansion amid trade tensions, study shows
Enterprises in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area are intensifying their expansion into ASEAN markets in response to escalating global trade tensions and supply chain pressures. A joint study by UOB Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council indicates that 73% of surveyed GBA companies plan to accelerate their business development in ASEAN […]
Hong Kong trade fairs spotlight China’s toy, baby products, and stationery sectors
The 52nd Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, 17th Hong Kong Baby Products Fair, and 24th Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair commenced today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, the four-day events aim to foster cross-regional […]