The 133rd China Import and Export Fair, also known as Canton Fair, has officially begun. Due to pandemic control measures, the majority of the sessions for the past three years were conducted online. This year, offline activities have all resumed, with the exhibition area even larger scale than before.
The Canton Fair is an international trade event with the longest history, largest scale, widest variety of goods, and the highest number of visitors and merchants in China. More than 25,000 exhibitors from around the world have participated in this twice a year market held in Guangzhou since 1957.
The Canton Fair has become a leading global B2B trading platform with an annual turnover of up to 60 billion US dollars.
Expected floor size: 1,500,000 sq.m.
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Ⅰ. 133rd China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair)
🔺 133rd China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) (Phase 1)
🔺133rd China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) (Phase 2)
🔺133rd China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) (Phase 3)
Ⅱ. Exhibition Hall Distribution and Surrounding Transportation Guidelines for the Canton Fair
🔺Offline Exhibition Precautions for Purchasers at the Canton Fair:
1. Process for obtaining offline exhibition documents：
2. Fee standards for certificate processing：
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3. The personnel who can apply for a purchaser's certificate at the Canton Fair include:
4. Materials required for obtaining the purchaser's certificate at the Canton Fair:
Ⅲ. The Significance of Attending the Canton Fair
1. Canton Fair is an international foreigner-friendly trade show
The Canton Fair is quite welcoming to guests from other countries and is focused on exports. Because there are many foreign buyers attending the Canton Fair, the hosts take care to make things simple for the guests from other countries. Foreign visitors are guided by English-speaking staff and signposts throughout the event complex.
The majority of booth staff members at the event speak English, removing any barriers to customer and provider contact. Additionally, you can employ an interpreter at the event to help guests from other countries interact effectively with local vendors.
2. Build Positive Relationships with Suppliers
Many businesses that buy goods from other countries frequently believe digital communication is enough to build relationships with digital communication is enough to build relationships with their Chinese suppliers and manufacturers.
Building a personal connection is essential for negotiating prices, guaranteeing on-time delivery, and upholding product quality. Positive outcomes for both parties can be achieved through effective communication, which is facilitated by strong connections.
Participating in occasions like the Canton Fair can be a great opportunity for companies to establish or strengthen their relationships with Chinese manufacturers and suppliers.
3. Provide a diverse environment for foreigners
The Canton Fair offers a range of settings for foreign tourists to discover Chinese culture, cuisine, and hospitality.
One of the largest in the world, the Canton Fair attracts visitors worldwide and is a unique opportunity for cross-cultural learning and engagement.
The fair’s extensive range of support services, such as its cultural exchange programs and translation services, fosters communication and understanding across cultural boundaries.
Conclusion
The Canton Fair serves as a crucial conduit for Chinese businesses to expand their global market share. It is a premier venue for international trade and a significant window for China’s opening up. The past Canton Fair sessions attracted a lot of interest from people from all walks of life and the international business sector.
If you want to import goods from China, please don’t miss the opportunity to participate in the Canton Fair.