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The 137th Canton Fair Kicks off in Guangzhou on April 15, 2025
Release time:
2025-05-07
On April 15, 2025, the highly anticipated 137th Canton Fair, officially known as the China Import and Export Fair
On April 15, 2025, the highly anticipated 137th Canton Fair, officially known as the China Import and Export Fair, commenced in Guangzhou, China's vibrant southern metropolis. This biannual event, organized by the China Foreign Trade Centre and co - hosted by the Ministry of Commerce of China, is one of the world's largest trade fairs, playing a pivotal role in connecting global buyers and suppliers across a wide spectrum of industries.
The fair will be held in three phases from April 15 to May 5, 2025, at the expansive Canton Fair Complex located at No. 380, Yuejiang Zhong Road, Guangzhou. Spanning over 1,100,000 square metres, the complex provides a vast platform for exhibitors to showcase their products and services.
The first phase, taking place from April 15th to 19th, focuses on electronics, household appliances, lighting equipment, vehicles and accessories, machinery, hardware tools, building materials, chemical products, and new energy resources. This phase attracts a large number of manufacturers and suppliers in the industrial and high - tech sectors, presenting the latest technological advancements and innovative products in these fields.
The second phase, from April 23rd to 27th, centres around daily consumer goods, gifts, furniture, and house decorations. It offers a diverse range of products that cater to the lifestyle and decorative needs of consumers worldwide, with exhibitors highlighting unique designs and high - quality items.
The final phase, from May 1st to May 5th, is dedicated to textiles and clothing, footwear, office and leisure products, pharmaceuticals and healthcare products, and food. This phase showcases China's strength in consumer goods and the food industry, with a wide array of products from traditional Chinese medicine to trendy fashion items.
To attend the fair, overseas buyers are required to follow several steps. First, they need to register and apply for an e - invitation using the buyer e - service tool on the Canton Fair website, providing their business and personal details, including passport information. Regular overseas buyers with the previous year's badge can log in directly to apply for the e - invitation. Once the invitation is received, which may take a few days to a week, buyers can use it to apply for a Chinese visa through various channels such as the China Online Visa Application (COVA), contacting the Chinese embassy or consulate in their country, or using a local travel agency. The buyer badge, which can be pre - registered online or obtained on - site at the event using the e - invitation, is the only official entry pass to the fair.
The Canton Fair has a long - standing history and significance. Since its inception in 1957, it has been a crucial platform for promoting China's foreign trade. Over the years, it has evolved into a global event where businesses from around the world come to source products from China, establish partnerships, and negotiate deals. It also serves as a barometer of the global trade trends, reflecting the changing demands and supply capabilities in the international market.
As the fair progresses, it is expected to attract thousands of exhibitors and buyers from all corners of the globe. The event not only provides opportunities for business transactions but also facilitates cultural exchanges and knowledge sharing among participants. With the global economy gradually recovering, the 137th Canton Fair is set to play an important role in driving international trade and cooperation in 2025.
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