Core Points - The eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) is being welcomed with the launch of the "2025 Shanghai Import Shopping Festival" and "National Product Cultural Month" on October 23 [1] Group 1: Event Overview - The "Import Shopping Festival" has been held since 2020, featuring nearly 300 import-themed activities and generating a total sales of 6 billion yuan in imported goods [3] - This year marks the first time the "Import Shopping Festival" and "National Product Cultural Month" are combined, with over 10 leading enterprises participating in nearly 50 unique events that incorporate elements from the CIIE [3] Group 2: Activities and Promotions - The festival focuses on showcasing high-quality imported products and promoting international cultural exchanges through various activities, including the International Friendship City Port series, China International Fruit Expo, and "CIIE Jewelry Adventure Season" [3] - Special discounts and consumer vouchers are offered to citizens during the event, enhancing the shopping experience [3] - The festival aims to cover five major consumption scenarios: food, travel, shopping, entertainment, and cultural tourism, creating a comprehensive consumption ecosystem [3] Group 3: Policy Initiatives - On the same day, Shanghai's municipal departments, including the Commerce Commission and Customs, jointly released a "CIIE Spillover Policy Package" to facilitate access to economic policies, tax refunds, and post-expo purchases for exhibitors and visitors [5] - The Hongqiao International Central Business District Management Committee introduced a "CIIE Consumption Map" to provide integrated information for visitors on shopping and cultural experiences during the expo [5]