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E-commerce Heavyweights Provide Assistance to Exporters Across the Country

Domestic market prioritization by Chinese e-commerce leaders in response to US tariffs on trading partners, boosting support for domestic exporters.

E-commerce Heavyweights Provide Assistance to Exporters Across the Country

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Stepping into the bustling exhibition hall of the 137th China Import and Export Fair, commonly known as the Canton Fair, in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, on April 15, 2025, one could sense the energy of this mammoth event. Here, global business representatives came together, ready to connect and explore opportunities.

The Canton Fair of 2025 presented a cornucopia of major advancements. Covering an impressive 1.55 million square meters, the fair played host to 74,000 booths, a remarkable increase from previous years, and accommodated 31,000 exhibitors. Over 4,200 new participants made their debut at this grand event, adding to the dynamic atmosphere [5]. Overseas attendees surged, with a whopping 148,585 buyers representing 216 countries/regions, an impressive 20.2% increase from the 135th session [4]. For the first time, export exhibitors exceeded 30,000 [2][5].

The fair was meticulously divided into thematic phases. The inaugural phase showcased Advanced Manufacturing, featuring a dedicated service robot zone, displaying personal, domestic, and professional robotic solutions [5]. Phase 2 was dedicated to Quality Home Life, while Better Life, inclusive of a new integrated housing section, took center stage in phase 3 [5]. Motorcycle brands such as CFMOTO and QJMOTOR displayed their new cruiser models in Halls 14.1/15.1, targeting global export markets [4].

AI and robotics, along with AI-powered automation solutions, dominated the exhibits, emphasizing smart manufacturing [1][5]. Over 9,700 exhibitors carried national titles such as "manufacturing single champions" or "national high-tech enterprises," signifying a 20% rise in specialized firms [5]. The event hosted a series of industry conferences, 18 in total, along with 400+ product launches and 590+ "Trade Bridge" matchmaking events, with the objective of fostering global partnerships [5].

  1. The 137th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair in Guangzhou, attracted over 148,585 buyers from 216 countries/regions, showcasing a 20.2% increase in overseas attendance compared to the 135th session.
  2. Covering an expansive 1.55 million square meters and featuring 74,000 booths, the Canton Fair of 2025 accommodated 31,000 exhibitors, 4,200 of whom were new participants in the event.
  3. The fair was organized into thematic phases, highlighting Advanced Manufacturing, Quality Home Life, and Better Life, with Motorcycle brands like CFMOTO and QJMOTOR presenting their new cruiser models for global export markets.
  4. The event underlined the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics into manufacturing, with 9,700 exhibitors holding national titles as "manufacturing single champions" or "national high-tech enterprises," representing a 20% rise in specialized firms. The fair also hosted industry conferences, product launches, and trade-matchmaking events, all aimed at strengthening global business partnerships and finance connections within the industry.
Domestic market expansion initiatives intensify among Chinese e-commerce behemoths, in response to US-imposed tariffs on trading partners.

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