第八届进博会丨特稿：乘开放东风 享共赢机遇——中国高水平开放为世界经济注入“东方暖流”

Core Points - The China International Import Expo (CIIE) is set to take place from November 5 to 10 in Shanghai, showcasing China's commitment to high-level openness and cooperation with the global economy [1] - Over the past eight years, CIIE has evolved into a platform for high-level openness and a window for China's new development pattern, contributing to global economic confidence and momentum [1][2] - China has become the world's second-largest consumer and import market, emphasizing its role in providing significant growth opportunities for global businesses [2][3] Group 1: CIIE Overview - CIIE is the world's first national-level expo focused on imports, having hosted over 30,000 foreign exhibitors and generating over $500 billion in intended transaction value across its first seven editions [3] - This year's expo will feature a record number of exhibitors and exhibition space, with U.S. companies maintaining the largest exhibition area for seven consecutive years [3][4] Group 2: Global Business Opportunities - Many international companies view CIIE as a vital platform for entering and expanding in the Chinese market, with some transitioning from exhibitors to investors [3][4] - The expo has facilitated significant sales growth for companies like Muji, which reported a 12-month sales increase and a total of 422 stores in China [4][5] Group 3: Innovation and Technology - CIIE serves as a launchpad for global innovations, with numerous new products and technologies being showcased, including AI solutions from Siemens and Rockwell Automation [5][6] - China's push for digital, intelligent, and green transformation is attracting multinational companies to establish innovation chains within the country [6][7] Group 4: Global Cooperation and Development - The expo highlights China's commitment to inclusive global development, with participation from 123 countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, and a significant increase in exhibitors from least developed countries [8][9] - CIIE is seen as a crucial opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises from developing nations to access international markets and benefit from China's growth [10]