China's largest trade fair, the China Import and Export Commodities Fair (more commonly known as the Canton Fair) kicks off today in Guangzhou. The fair is expected to attract more than 15,000 domestic and foreign businesses, with more than 50 countries represented. More than 6,000 corporate and institutional buyers are expected to attend.
The fair was traditionally a means of promoting Chinese export goods to foreign buyers. However, amid heated debates surrounding China's trade surplus and WTO regulations, the Canton Fair decided to allow foreign firms to exhibit for the first time in its last biannual event in April.
Where to find the Canton Fair and what to expect
The Canton Fair will be split between two complexes in the heart of Guangzhou.
Here are the addresses of the two locations:
- China Import and Export Fair (Pazhou) Complex
380, Yuejiangzhong Road, Haizhu District , Guangzhou, China 510335
- China Import and Export Fair (Liuhua) Complex
117 Liu Hua Road, Guangzhou, China 510014
And here's what will be displayed at those two locations:
Phase 1: | Oct.15th-20th, 2007 | |
| Pazhou Complex: | International Pavilion, Industrial Products | |
| Liuhua Complex: | Textiles & Garments, Medicines & Health Products | |
| Phase 2: | Oct.25th-30th, 2007 | |
| Pazhou Complex: | Consumer Goods | |
| Liuhua Complex: | Gifts | |
| Fair Interval: | Oct.21st-24th, 2007 | |
Note: 21.0-25.0 of Electronics & IT Products Section will be closed on Oct.19.
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