The second phase of the 136th Canton Fair concluded on Sunday, leaving attendees impressed with a diverse array of sophisticated home products under the theme \"Quality Home Living\".
Running from October 23 to 27, this phase was meticulously organized into three sections: building materials and furniture, household items, and gifts and decorations. Each section matched the scale of a major professional exhibition, providing a one-stop specialized purchasing experience.
With over 24,700 booths and 10,000 exhibitors across 15 exhibition areas, the fair saw an increase of 220 exhibitors compared to the previous edition. This expansion not only enhanced supplier-buyer matching efficiency but also fostered industry cooperation and development, creating more business opportunities for all participants.
A standout feature of this phase was the focus on high-quality specialized enterprises. More than 2,300 outstanding exhibitors, including \"little giant\" enterprises, national manufacturing champions, and high-tech companies, showcased their innovations. This marks an increase of 872 exhibitors from the last session, highlighting the fair's commitment to quality and excellence.
The online platform also experienced significant growth, with nearly 1.59 million products uploaded by October 21—the highest number among all phases. This impressive tally includes 429,000 new products, 305,000 green and low-carbon products, and 48,000 smart products, reflecting a notable rise from the previous edition.
Looking ahead, the third phase of the fair is set to commence on October 31 with the theme \"Beautiful Life\". This phase will feature a range of lifestyle consumer products, including home textiles, apparel, luggage, food, and sports and recreational items, catering to the evolving tastes of global consumers.
Organized twice a year, each spring and autumn session of the Canton Fair is divided into three phases, ensuring a comprehensive showcase of the latest trends and innovations across various industries.
