Shanghai is buzzing as the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) kicks off, uniting over 200 loyal exhibitors who’ve returned every year since its inception. This isn’t just an expo – it’s a six-year journey of trust, innovation, and shared goals.
Why Loyalty Matters
These repeat participants aren’t just showcasing products; they’re driving China’s high-quality development and carbon neutrality vision. From sustainable tech startups to Fortune 500 giants, their stories reveal how CIIE bridges global businesses with China’s evolving market.
Beyond Deals: Building Futures
‘CIIE veterans’ like environmental tech firm EcoSolutions shared breakthroughs in green energy with CGTN’s Michael Wang. ‘Each year, we find new collaborators here,’ said CEO Lena Park, highlighting partnerships that advance China’s 2060 carbon-neutral pledge.
Meanwhile, food exporter TasteGlobal reported tripling sales since their first CIIE, crediting cross-border e-commerce integrations launched at past expos.
Youth in Focus
This year’s innovation zone spotlights Gen-Z creators, with AI-driven sustainability apps and biodegradable fashion stealing the spotlight. ‘CIIE helps us scale ideas globally,’ said 24-year-old founder Zhang Wei.
As night falls over the ‘Four-Leaf Clover’ exhibition center, one message rings clear: In business as in friendship, consistency builds legacies.
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Live: CIIE Success Stories: Six Years of Friendship and Counting
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