Shanghai: The preparation work has basically been completed for the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE), which will be held in Shanghai from 5th to 10th November, said an official at a press conference in Beijing on Wednesday.
According to China Central Television (CCTV), Tang Wenhong, Assistant Minister of Commerce of China, announced that the seventh CIIE, themed “New Era, Shared Future,” will feature participants from 152 countries, regions, and international organisations.
Tang said that the CIIE will be held in Shanghai, and the Hongqiao International Economic Forum will be held simultaneously. This is an important economic and diplomatic activity held following the third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China.
“At present, the preparatory work has been basically completed. The overall exhibition area will exceed 420,000 square metres, and 152 countries, regions and international organisations will participate, while the Hongqiao International Economic
Forum will feature the main forum and 19 parallel sessions,” he added.
“The country exhibition continues to serve as an important platform for countries to showcase their comprehensive image and opportunities in trade and investment,” Tang stated. “France, Malaysia, Nicaragua, Saudi Arabia, Tanzania, and Uzbekistan will be the guest countries of honour.”
“This year’s expo will support 37 least developed countries to participate in both the country and business exhibitions, have a larger exhibition area for African products, and help expand China’s unilateral opening up to the least developed countries, thus demonstrating our commitment to inclusiveness through practical actions,” he added.
The numbers of countries, regions, and enterprises have all exceeded previous figures, with the record-high presence of 297 Fortune Global 500 companies and leading enterprises. Additionally, 186 enterprises and institutions will be here for the seventh time to participate in all the CIIE sessions.
Source: Emirates New
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