商务部：未来十多年中国中等收入群体将超过8亿

Core Insights - The upcoming 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) will take place from November 5 to 10 in Shanghai, with participation from 155 countries, regions, and international organizations, showcasing an exhibition area exceeding 367,000 square meters [1][2] - China is projected to have over 800 million middle-income individuals in the next decade, indicating significant market potential [1] - China has maintained its position as the world's second-largest import market for 16 consecutive years, with imports of goods and services expected to exceed $15 trillion during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [1] Group 1 - The 8th CIIE aims to inject more certainty into the global market amid profound changes in the global landscape [1] - The event will support exhibitors from 37 least developed countries, promoting local specialty products to enter the Chinese market [1] - The CIIE serves as a platform for discussions on trade restructuring, global south cooperation, and multilateralism during the concurrent Hongqiao Forum [1] Group 2 - The Chinese government emphasizes that the door to openness will continue to widen, aiming to expand the global market and enhance shared development mechanisms [2] - The commitment to cooperation and mutual benefit is reaffirmed as a cornerstone of China's economic strategy [2]