From Glasses to Global Hustle: Inside the 2024 Hainan Expo
Picture this: a buzzing expo floor in tropical Hainan, where French vlogger Fathi Anouar Ghammam zigzags between glittering booths, capturing the energy of China's latest consumer megashow. The 4th China International Consumer Products Expo (April 13–18) wasn’t just bigger—it was smarter, blending AI matchmaking for buyers and sellers with live-streamed product drops. 🚀
Why It Matters for Global Biz
Italian eyewear brand rep Johnson (yes, he’s *that* busy) summed it up: \"China's market? Think Pacific Ocean-sized opportunities.\" 🇮🇹🕶️ With over 5,000 brands from 71 countries and regions, the expo felt like a United Nations of commerce—but with way better snacks. Fathi’s vlog spotlighted Thai coconut skincare, Swiss watches, and made-in-Hainan tech gadgets proving local innovation is 🔥.
Offline Vibes, Online Hustle
While influencers like Fathi livestreamed to millions, exhibitors raved about hybrid \"phygital\" networking. \"We closed three deals before lunch—two online, one handshake,\" laughed a Kenyan coffee trader. ☕🤝 The takeaway? Hainan’s not just beaches anymore—it’s where global business gets its vitamin sea.
