The 137th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) Successfully Concludes on May 5, 2025

Key Data and Highlights

1.Expanded Scale:

The number of exhibition booths exceeded 75,000, with expanded zones for strategic emerging industries such as new energy, artificial intelligence, and biomedicine.

Increased participation from overseas exhibitors, particularly enterprises from Belt and Road Initiative countries.

2.Deep Integration of Digital and Offline Platforms:

The online platform enhanced features like VR exhibition halls and AI-powered matchmaking, attracting more international buyers unable to attend in person.

Advancement of Green and Low-Carbon Themes:

The exhibition hall achieved 100% green power supply, and zero-carbon booths became standard, driven by the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) pushing companies to showcase eco-friendly technologies.

3.Key Risks and Challenges

Global Trade Barriers: Tariffs and anti-dumping investigations by the US and EU may impact transactions in traditional categories (e.g., solar panels, furniture).

Exchange Rate Volatility: US dollar interest rate hikes could weaken emerging market currencies, potentially dampening purchasing willingness.

Geopolitical Factors: Rising global shipping costs (e.g., prolonged Red Sea crisis) may increase trade expenses.

Industry Feedback Trends

1.High-Potential Sectors:

EV components, energy storage systems, smart home devices, and medical equipment remained highly sought-after.

2.Buyer Preferences:

Growing demand for "Smart Manufacturing in China" (customized, digital solutions) over low-cost products.

3.Post-Fair Concerns:

IP disputes and delayed delivery times emerged as major post-event complaints.