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Group 1 - The 9th China-South Asia Expo (referred to as "South Expo") was held in Kunming, Yunnan, focusing on "unity and cooperation for development" and establishing five platforms for open cooperation, economic and trade exchanges, industrial collaboration, cultural exchanges, and consumer promotion [1] - The South Expo has expanded significantly from its first edition, with the number of exhibition halls increasing from 6 to 16 and the exhibition area growing from 50,000 square meters to 160,000 square meters, becoming an important platform for deepening cooperation between China and regional countries [4] - This year's expo featured participation from 73 countries, regions, and international organizations, with over 2,500 enterprises exhibiting, including more than 120 well-known companies from the Fortune Global 500 and China’s top 500, marking a 36% increase from the previous year [4] Group 2 - The expo included specialized pavilions such as manufacturing, green energy, and coffee industries, showcasing the potential for cooperation between China and South Asian and Southeast Asian countries in advanced manufacturing, clean energy, healthcare, and modern agriculture [5] - A total of 153 commercial contracts were signed during the expo, amounting to 8.479 billion yuan, along with 21 green energy projects with an investment exceeding 22 billion yuan [5] - The event successfully hosted the 4th RCEP (Yunnan) International Trade and Investment Cooperation Forum and the "Invest in Yunnan" investment promotion conference, resulting in over 30 investment projects signed, totaling more than 13 billion yuan [5] Group 3 - The South Expo serves as a window for product display and an opportunity to understand the Chinese market and seek cooperation, enhancing collaboration between China and South Asian and Southeast Asian countries [6] - Positive feedback was received from participants, including the Nepal-China Chamber of Commerce and the Indian Export Organization, highlighting the improved convenience of participation [6] - The event featured cultural elements, including ethnic performances and a fashion week showcasing traditional and modern attire from various countries, emphasizing the cultural exchange aspect of the expo [8]