Group 1 - The 9th China-South Asia Expo will be held from June 19 to 24 in Kunming, Yunnan, focusing on economic and trade exchanges between China and South Asian countries [1] - The expo will feature Sri Lanka as the theme country and Thailand as the guest partner country, with nearly 800 exhibition booths dedicated to South Asian products [1] - Over 1,400 domestic and international exhibitors have registered, including more than 120 well-known companies from the Fortune Global 500 and China’s top 500, representing a 36% increase from the previous year [1] Group 2 - The expo will adopt a "mainly offline, integrated online and offline" model, with the first day reserved for professional visitors and the following five days open to the public [1] - Eleven specialized pavilions will be set up, focusing on advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and modern agriculture, with nearly 70% of the exhibition space dedicated to these professional areas [2] - Nearly 1,000 professional buyers from 31 countries and regions, including South Asia and RCEP member countries, have registered to attend the expo [2] Group 3 - Trade cooperation between China and South Asian countries has shown steady growth, with trade volume expected to approach $200 billion in 2024, doubling over the past decade with an average annual growth rate of about 6.3% [3] - China has become the largest trading partner for countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh, and initiatives are in place to enhance export capabilities and improve trade structures [3] - Investment projects such as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and various infrastructure projects in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal are contributing to regional economic growth [3] Group 4 - Yunnan province is leveraging its geographical advantages to enhance its role in national development strategies, expanding its international trade and connectivity [4] - The province has launched international freight trains and cross-border tourism trains, with the China-Laos Railway facilitating trade and passenger transport across multiple countries [4] - The railway has sent over 53 million passengers and transported over 60 million tons of goods, promoting regional connectivity [4]