金融赋能“进”与“出”——进博会首日探访金融机构展台

Group 1 - The eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) opened in Shanghai, showcasing a vibrant financial sector with both domestic and foreign institutions presenting new products and technologies to enhance global trade [1] - Financial institutions are focusing on digital currency applications, payment facilitation, and upgraded services for foreign visitors, highlighting the integration of finance and technology [2][3] - The Bank of China introduced a "cross-border e-commerce zone" and upgraded its digital service ecosystem, including a digital RMB wallet for instant payments and support for multiple currencies [3] Group 2 - Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) showcased a digital RMB wallet exchange machine and has been facilitating connections for overseas enterprises to enter the Chinese market through various initiatives [4] - Shanghai Pudong Development Bank (SPDB) presented its 8.0 version of financial service solutions, emphasizing cross-border and green finance, along with rapid cross-border remittance products [4] - Foreign banks like Standard Chartered and UOB are using the expo to highlight their strategies in China, focusing on cross-border financial services and sustainable finance [5][6] Group 3 - The trade volume between China and Russia is expected to reach a record $244.8 billion in 2024, with Alpha Bank providing services for cross-border payments and low-fee settlements to meet increasing client demands [6]