第八届进博会筹备工作进展顺利，亮点纷呈

Core Points - The eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) will be held from November 5 to 10 in Shanghai, with smooth progress in preparations, highlighting its significance for China's reform and global economic cooperation [1][8] Group 1: National Comprehensive Exhibition - Over 50 countries and international organizations have confirmed participation, with Sweden and the UAE as guest countries, and Kyrgyzstan making its debut [2] - The exhibition will feature a new theme on friendly city cooperation, promoting comprehensive exchanges and cooperation between Chinese and foreign cities [2] Group 2: Enterprise Commercial Exhibition - The exhibition has secured over 330,000 square meters of exhibition space, with 170 companies and 27 institutions participating for the eighth consecutive year, showcasing global confidence in the Chinese market [3] - Innovations include a dedicated area for least developed countries, expanded African product zones, and enhanced collaboration with foreign provinces and cities [3] - A cross-border e-commerce selection platform will be introduced to enhance the exhibition experience for participating companies [3] Group 3: Exhibition Content - The technology and equipment exhibition will feature over 80 Fortune 500 and industry-leading companies, while the medical exhibition will showcase top medical technologies from leading pharmaceutical firms [4] - The automotive exhibition will be upgraded to include smart mobility innovations, and the health and elderly care section will present new products like hearing aids and kiwifruit from New Zealand [4] Group 4: Hongqiao Forum - The theme of the Hongqiao Forum is "Open Cooperation for New Opportunities," focusing on multilateral cooperation, digital empowerment, and sustainable development [5] - The 2025 World Open Report will be released, featuring contributions from a Nobel laureate and addressing key issues like artificial intelligence and open cooperation [5] Group 5: Supporting and Cultural Exchange Activities - Various supporting activities, including policy interpretation and industry discussions, are being organized, alongside cultural exchange events showcasing local cuisine and arts [6] Group 6: Exhibition Service Upgrades - The exhibition will reduce setup time and service costs, enhance on-site services, and implement a smart exhibition system to improve the experience for small and medium-sized enterprises [7]