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第9届中国—南亚博览会亮点前瞻
Xin Hua She·2025-06-06 11:35

Group 1 - The 9th China-South Asia Expo will be held from June 19 to 24 in Kunming, Yunnan, focusing on the theme of "Unity and Cooperation for Common Development" [1] - Trade cooperation between China and South Asian countries has shown steady growth, with trade volume expected to approach $200 billion by 2024, doubling over the past decade with an average annual growth rate of approximately 6.3% [1][2] - China has become the largest trading partner for countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh, highlighting the deepening economic ties [1] Group 2 - Investment cooperation is expanding, with significant projects like the upgraded China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and investments in Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port [1] - The China-Maldives Free Trade Agreement has come into effect, and negotiations for upgrading investment agreements with Bangladesh are underway [1] - The expo will feature Sri Lanka as the theme country and Thailand as a special partner, with nearly 800 exhibition booths, including a significant number from India and Pakistan [2] Group 3 - The expo will emphasize green trade, digital trade, and service trade, aiming to promote deeper economic cooperation and lead new consumption trends [3] - A total of 11 specialized pavilions will be set up, focusing on advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and modern agriculture, with nearly 70% of the exhibition space dedicated to specialized exhibits [2][3] - The event will also host around 40 professional economic and trade activities, including the 6th China-South Asia Cooperation Forum, to facilitate industry resource matching [3] Group 4 - China and South Asian countries have complementary advantages in industrial and supply chains, presenting opportunities for collaborative development [4] - The Chinese side is willing to work with South Asian countries through trade, investment, and technology cooperation to maintain global supply chain stability and promote mutual development [4]