China International Import Expo closes with record $85.45 billion in deals

The ninth China International Import Expo concluded in Shanghai on Tuesday, November 10, with a record $85.45 billion in intended deals, according to data released by the Global Times. The figure represents a 2.3 percent increase compared with the previous edition of the event.

The fair brought together 4,142 exhibitors and occupied more than 440,000 square meters for the first time in its history. Of this total, 370,000 square meters were reserved for corporate exhibition space, housing more than 300 companies from the Fortune Global 500 ranking.

“The fair served as a catalyst for the development of more integrated and resilient global supply chains.”

The official program included 485 global, Asian and Chinese product and technology premieres. Representatives of major foreign corporations highlighted the strategic importance of the event for consolidating operations and strengthening ties with local partners.

The German company Bayer, participating for nine consecutive years, presented approximately 30 new products focused on health care and modern agriculture. The fair served as a catalyst for the development of more integrated and resilient global supply chains.

Brazil participated with a delegation organized by ApexBrasil, comprising 36 companies and cooperatives interested in expanding their presence in the Asian market. The Brazilian portfolio included wines, honey, propolis, distilled beverages, juices and açaí.

The Brazilian Beef pavilion was integrated into the ApexBrasil space in Hall 8.2, with the participation of 20 Brazilian companies. ApexBrasil used an image of a capybara to attract interest in national products.