While flashy product launches grab headlines, the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) is spotlighting the unsung heroes of global commerce: the ‘invisible’ service trades that keep goods flowing worldwide. From smart logistics to digital finance, these behind-the-scenes innovations are reshaping how we connect economies—and they’re stealing the spotlight in Shanghai!
Why Service Trade Matters 
The expo’s service trade zone covers five key areas: commercial logistics (think shipping ninjas ), consulting services (the brainiacs of business
), financial tech (money meets AI
), cultural tourism (wanderlust meets economics
), and comprehensive services. Together, they form the nervous system of global trade.
Logistics: The Silent Superhero 

CGTN’s Hou Jing dives into how companies are using AI-powered supply chains and “smart ports” to slash delivery times—imagine your online orders arriving faster than a TikTok trend! Meanwhile, overseas industrial parks are becoming hotspots for tech collaboration, blending R&D with eco-friendly solutions.
More Than Just Handshakes 
This year’s expo highlights 400+ service trade exhibitors proving that innovation isn’t just about products—it’s about creating systems that keep the world’s economic heartbeat steady. Whether it’s blockchain-powered contracts or carbon-neutral shipping routes, the future of trade is here—and it’s invisible.
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Live: 'Invisible' exhibits in the service trade section of 6th CIIE
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