杭州成为国际电商平台入华“首选地”

Group 1 - Yandex Market, one of Russia's largest e-commerce platforms, held its first official seller summit in East China, attracting over 1,500 cross-border e-commerce practitioners [1] - The summit coincided with the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the Hangzhou Cross-Border E-Commerce Comprehensive Pilot Zone, highlighting the international platform's commitment to the Chinese market [1] - Yandex Market plans to recruit 30,000 Chinese sellers within the year, with Hangzhou identified as a core base for this initiative [1] Group 2 - Hangzhou's cross-border e-commerce import and export volume is projected to exceed 150 billion yuan in 2024, marking a staggering increase of 1,266 times since the pilot zone's inception in 2015 [1] - The city has attracted over 65,000 sellers and has developed a comprehensive support system covering payment, logistics, and talent [1] - The synergy between Hangzhou's industries, such as clothing, furniture, and consumer electronics, and Yandex Market's 35% annual growth in 3C home appliances creates a strong foundation for collaboration [1] Group 3 - Yandex Market's China CEO stated that the Russian e-commerce market is expected to exceed $110 billion in 2024, with a penetration rate of only 40%, compared to China's 50% [2] - By 2029, the Russian e-commerce market is projected to grow to approximately $450 billion, presenting significant opportunities for cross-border enterprises from Hangzhou and China [2] - Experts at the summit noted a shift in Russian consumer behavior from price sensitivity to quality recognition, aligning with the trend of upgrading Chinese manufacturing [2]