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Group 1 - The 138th Canton Fair concluded with over 310,000 foreign buyers from 223 countries and regions, marking a 7.5% increase compared to the previous session, setting a new historical high [1] - Among the foreign buyers, 214,000 were from Belt and Road Initiative countries, representing a 9.4% growth and accounting for 69% of total buyers; significant increases were also noted from the EU, Middle East, USA, and Brazil, with growth rates of 32.7%, 13.9%, 14%, and 33.2% respectively [1] - The fair featured 460 million exhibits, with new products, green products, and products with independent intellectual property rights each accounting for over 20% [1] Group 2 - Intentional export transactions at the fair reached $25.65 billion, continuing a growth trend [1] - A dedicated area of 3,000 square meters was set up for domestic sales, attracting 143 leading domestic buyers and over 500 exhibiting companies for matching activities [1] - The fair included various activities such as 9 "Trade Bridge" supply-demand matching sessions, 17 "Good Treasure, Good Niche Explore Canton Fair" events, and 13 thematic forums to assist companies in market expansion [1] Group 3 - 240 trade service institutions, including finance, logistics, inspection, and design, provided consultations to over 100,000 attendees [1] - 26 trading groups piloted modular booth construction, reducing costs by 50% and construction time by 75%, with a recycling rate exceeding 90% [1] Group 4 - The 139th Canton Fair is scheduled to take place from April 15 to May 5, 2026, in Guangzhou [2]