Core Insights - The 27th China International Bakery Exhibition (Bakery China 2025) will take place from May 19 to 22, 2025, at the Shanghai Hongqiao National Exhibition and Convention Center, marking it as the largest and most influential baking trade show globally [1] - The theme for this year's exhibition is "Innovation Driven, Connecting the World," with an exhibition area exceeding 330,000 square meters, featuring over 2,200 companies from more than 30 countries and regions, and an expected attendance of nearly 400,000 professional visitors [1] Group 1: International Collaboration - Bakery China 2025 aims to enhance international cooperation in the baking market, expanding its global network through partnerships with government agencies and industry organizations [2] - The exhibition will feature over 20% international brands, including those from developed baking regions such as Europe, North America, and Japan, as well as debuts from brands in Belt and Road countries and other emerging markets [2] - A special "Belt and Road Baking Corridor" will be established to showcase unique ingredients, traditional crafts, and cultural integration from countries along the Belt and Road [2] Group 2: Domestic Support - The exhibition will also focus on helping local enterprises expand internationally, launching an "International Trade Acceleration Program" to facilitate supply-demand matching and provide services for international buyers [2] - An international trade matching room will be set up at the venue to offer multilingual trade services, cross-border logistics consulting, and tariff policy interpretation, enhancing the global service capabilities of China's baking and confectionery industry [2] - A dedicated area for traditional Chinese pastries, such as egg yolk pastry and mochi, will be established to support the globalization of Chinese baking products and culture [2] Group 3: Industry Dynamics - Bakery China serves as a one-stop procurement platform for the entire baking and confectionery industry, reflecting the growing production capacity of China's baking sector [3] - The exhibition will be divided into 12 halls based on categories such as raw materials, equipment, packaging, and beverages, with thematic areas highlighting current industry trends like pre-made baking, health baking, and private label products [3] - The event attracts nearly 400,000 professional visitors from various sectors, including chain bakeries, distributors, and e-commerce platforms, facilitating efficient activation of the entire industry chain [3]