Core Viewpoint - The 2025 China Exhibition Industry Annual Conference and the Hebei Cangzhou High-Quality Development Conference for the Exhibition Economy opened, focusing on the theme of "Integration of Industry and Exhibition Empowerment, Creating a New Chapter in Consumption" to explore development opportunities and practical paths for the exhibition industry during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [2] Group 1 - The President of the China Exhibition Economic Research Association, Qu Weixi, emphasized that Hebei is aligning with national strategies to build a strong domestic market and develop new productive forces, focusing on "integration of industry and exhibition" to avoid homogeneous competition and leverage its unique industrial clusters [4] - Hebei's exhibition industry is actively responding to the "dual carbon" goals by integrating green, low-carbon, and sustainable ESG concepts throughout the planning, construction, and operation processes of exhibitions [4] - The former Chief Inspector of the Hebei Provincial Department of Commerce, An Jing, highlighted that Hebei's exhibition industry has maintained a healthy and stable development trend, becoming an important part of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei exhibition city cluster [5] Group 2 - The former Deputy Representative for International Negotiations at the Ministry of Commerce, Chong Quan, pointed out that exhibitions are key nodes for connecting domestic and international "dual circulation," promoting consumption and investment, and encouraging the integration of "exhibition + business travel, culture, and sports" [7] - The Honorary President of the International Exhibition Industry Association, Chen Xianjin, noted that China's exhibition venue area has seen exponential growth over the past decade, now ranking first in the world, with the top ten exhibition centers in Asia located in China [7] - The Chief Researcher of the China Exhibition Economic Research Association, Chu Xiangyin, released the "China Exhibition Industry Development Report," which provides a comprehensive overview of the industry and supports regional collaboration and strategic planning [8]

Core Insights - The exhibition industry is evolving from a traditional platform for product display to a crucial hub for optimizing resource allocation and enhancing supply chain resilience globally [1] - The strategic role of the exhibition industry is increasingly significant in stimulating consumption and promoting economic circulation and industrial upgrading under the backdrop of "stabilizing growth and expanding domestic demand" [1] Group 1: Industry Development - Hebei's exhibition industry has maintained a healthy and stable development trend, becoming an important part of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei exhibition city cluster [1] - In the first half of 2025, Hebei hosted 123 exhibitions with an area of over 3,000 square meters, totaling 1.475 million square meters, with an average exhibition area of 11,900 square meters, reflecting an 8% year-on-year growth [1] - A new coordinated development pattern has been formed, with Shijiazhuang as the core for building a regional international exhibition center city, supported by Tangshan, Langfang, and Cangzhou, and supplemented by county-level characteristic exhibitions [1] Group 2: Exhibition Highlights - County-level exhibitions are a highlight of Hebei's exhibition industry, ranking among the top in the country, with events like the Anping Wire Mesh Expo and the Pingxiang Children's Bicycle Expo gaining national recognition [2] - In the first half of 2025, the exhibitions showcased a diverse range of themes, including 46 industrial exhibitions, 63 consumer exhibitions, and 14 cultural, educational, sports, and performing arts exhibitions, driving market prosperity [2] - The "Exhibition+" model has become a key driver for industry development, with consumer exhibitions accounting for over 50% of the total, and venues actively utilizing idle periods to expand into cultural, educational, and sports sectors [2] Group 3: Future Directions - The exhibition industry in Hebei is focused on the development strategy of "integration of industry and exhibition," accelerating the high-quality development of the exhibition economy [3] - Hebei's exhibition industry aims to play a more significant role in supporting national strategies and regional development, contributing to the construction of a new development pattern and promoting sustainable economic growth [3]

Core Insights - The 2025 China Exhibition Industry Annual Conference and Hebei·Cangzhou High-Quality Development Conference is being held from December 10 to 13 in Cangzhou, Hebei Province, featuring a diverse range of activities including keynote speeches, authoritative releases, high-end dialogues, project signings, and case sharing on industry integration [1] Group 1 - The conference includes various core segments such as welcoming salons, keynote speeches, and innovative case releases, showcasing a rich and multifaceted agenda [1] - An exhibition focusing on innovative achievements in the exhibition industry and promoting consumption is also taking place at the Cangzhou International Conference Center, highlighting local products and industries [1] - The event emphasizes the role of exhibition platforms in enhancing consumption upgrades and industry integration, with displays of local specialties and light industrial products [1] Group 2 - The use of paper exhibition booths at the event reflects a unique environmental concept and high-quality presentation methods, attracting visitors' attention [1] - The conference is co-hosted by the China Exhibition Economic Research Association, the Hebei Provincial Exhibition Promotion Center, and the Cangzhou Municipal Bureau of Commerce, indicating strong institutional support [1]

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Core Viewpoint - Wuhan aims to accelerate the high-quality development of its exhibition industry by implementing a three-year action plan (2025-2027) to establish itself as an international exhibition center city and a national trade logistics hub [1] Group 1: Action Plan Overview - By 2027, Wuhan plans to host 1,200 various exhibitions and events, with a total exhibition area of 3.8 million square meters and 80 international exhibitions [1] - The action plan focuses on six key areas: expanding market entities, enhancing internationalization, improving venue quality and efficiency, integrating exhibitions with industries, developing large and small exhibitions, and promoting regional collaboration [1] Group 2: Venue Development - The action plan proposes a "2+4+N" multi-tier venue layout system, which includes two core engines: the Wuhan Tianhe Center and the Wuhan International Expo Center, aimed at enhancing the capacity for large-scale exhibitions [2] - Four additional venues will be developed, including the Chegu International Exhibition Center and the Guanggu Technology Exhibition Center, each with unique characteristics [2] - The plan encourages diverse exhibition venues in commercial districts, cultural and sports venues, and historical areas [2] Group 3: Market Entity Growth - The action plan includes a "chain master plan" and "seedling action" to cultivate local exhibition platform enterprises, targeting an average of 10 new registered companies annually and aiming for 8 companies with over 100 million yuan in revenue by 2027 [2] - Support for small and medium enterprises is emphasized to create a synergistic ecosystem among large, medium, and small enterprises [2] Group 4: Industry and Exhibition Integration - The action plan recognizes the interdependent relationship between industry and exhibitions, proposing actions to enhance this integration [2] - Wuhan will focus on key industries such as "light core screen terminal network," health, high-end equipment, and automotive manufacturing to create world-class exhibitions [2] Group 5: Internationalization Efforts - The action plan aims to engage in national diplomatic activities and host high-profile meetings like the "Two Lakes Dialogue" and the East Lake Forum [2] - Efforts will be made to attract global leading exhibition companies and support local enterprises in international expansion to enhance competitiveness [2] Group 6: Regional Collaboration - The action plan emphasizes the role of Wuhan as a leader in the central region's exhibition industry, promoting resource sharing and collaboration within the Wuhan metropolitan area and the Yangtze River middle stream city cluster [3] - The "exhibition +" integration model is highlighted as a key strategy to unlock consumer potential, promoting synergies between exhibitions and consumption as well as cultural and sports tourism [3]

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 Hangzhou Convention and Exhibition Industry Promotion Conference held in Shenzhen aims to deepen regional cooperation in the exhibition industry, marking a new phase of institutionalized and normalized collaboration between Shenzhen and Hangzhou [1][3]. Group 1: Event Overview - The conference gathered representatives from industry associations, well-known exhibition companies, and service institutions to promote cooperation [1]. - The event emphasizes linking resources between Shenzhen and Hangzhou, creating a collaborative framework that utilizes the strengths of both cities [3]. Group 2: Industry Development - Hangzhou's exhibition industry has seen significant growth, supported by modern venues such as the Hangzhou International Expo Center and the Baima Lake International Exhibition Center, catering to various exhibition needs [3][5]. - Shenzhen hosted 441 exhibitions in 2024, covering an area of 12.032 million square meters, with over 11.22 million attendees, and experienced a 27.8% year-on-year increase in exhibition area from January to September 2025 [3][5]. Group 3: Strategic Cooperation - A strategic cooperation agreement was signed between the Hangzhou Convention and Exhibition Industry Development Service Center and the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Industry Association, focusing on information sharing, resource integration, market expansion, and talent exchange [7]. - The collaboration aims to enhance the overall competitiveness and influence of the regional exhibition industry, promoting higher quality development [7]. Group 4: Industry Insights - The Guangdong private exhibition economy is particularly vibrant, with private enterprises showing high enthusiasm for organizing exhibitions in various cities across the country [5]. - The Hangzhou exhibition delegation showcased the local industry's policy environment, service systems, and comprehensive operational capabilities, highlighting the city's strengths in hosting international events [5].

Core Insights - The exhibition economy in Hainan is thriving, with a significant increase in the number of large-scale meetings and exhibitions in the first ten months of the year [2] Group 1: Meeting and Exhibition Statistics - A total of 3,274 meetings were held in Hainan, with 110 of them being attended by over 1,000 participants, representing a year-on-year increase of 41.03% [2] - There were 296 exhibitions conducted, showing a year-on-year growth of 57.45% [2] - The comprehensive revenue from the exhibition industry reached 26.31 billion yuan, marking a year-on-year increase of 9.27% [2] Group 2: Highlights and Developments - Numerous international conferences have been successfully hosted in Hainan, attracting global attention [2] - The integration of performance events and exhibitions has enhanced the appeal of these activities [2] - The effectiveness of trade and economic exhibitions has significantly contributed to the growth of investment in Hainan [2] Group 3: Future Prospects - The provincial commerce department has organized various local business departments to conduct targeted招商活动 in major cities, resulting in the successful preparation of nearly 100 key exhibition projects for the next year [2] - A series of high-quality exhibition activities are expected to take place in Hainan next year [2]

日前，穗国企广州国际会展集团有限公司（以下简称"广州会展"）与星域世展展览（广州）有限公司（以下简称"星域世展"）在广州白云国际会议中心签署 联合办展合作协议。双方将携手主办2026印尼国际食品和饮料贸易展IIFB暨印尼国际食品及餐饮展MoreFood Expo。此次展会将于2026年5月7日至10日在印 尼雅加达举办，旨在将全球优质食品和食材及相关产业链产品引入印尼市场。 展会将重点关注印尼庞大的食品消费市场，是集中展示餐饮连锁品牌、食品原材料、休闲食品、饮料、加工包装及餐饮供应链的专业盛会，展览面积预计达 20000平方米，将吸引超过1200家来自中国、印尼、巴基斯坦、印度、中国台湾等国家和地区的食品全产业链龙头企业参展，预计将吸引印尼及周边国家专 业观众超3万人次。 广州会展与星域世展将整合双方的食品和餐饮行业资源优势和跨境办展专业经验，为全球食品饮料企业搭建高效对接印尼乃至东盟市场的重要贸易平台，助 力中国品牌"出海"，促进国际食品行业的交流与合作。双方合作培育国际化的食品行业展会IP，将深度链接全球食品产业链和贸易市场，深化打造广州食品 和餐饮行业出海孵化器和产业加速平台，促进广州食品和餐饮产业升级 ...

Core Insights - The 2025 ICCA Global Venue Forum was held from December 4 to 5 at the National Convention Center, attracting nearly 300 industry guests from over 50 countries and regions [1][3]. Group 1: Forum Theme and Structure - The forum's theme was "Reshaping Venue Business Models: The Evolution of Architecture and Investment," featuring keynote speeches, practical dialogues, workshops, closed-door seminars, and "in-depth venue experiences" [3]. - Key discussions revolved around five critical topics, including urban strategic platforms and ecological radiation effects [3]. Group 2: Government and Organizational Support - Beijing's Vice Mayor Tang Wenhong highlighted the forum's alignment with the city's strategy to promote high-level openness and the transformation of the exhibition industry [5]. - The ICCA CEO Senthil Gopinath emphasized ongoing focus on industry analysis, talent development, and business collaboration to foster a sustainable exhibition ecosystem [7]. Group 3: Strategic Initiatives and Collaborations - The North Star Group announced two significant collaborations: the third ICCA Global Venue Forum in 2026 will be integrated with the Service Trade Fair, and the launch of the "Certified International Business Event Professionals (CIBEP)" project, the first internationally recognized professional qualification in China's exhibition industry [7]. - The Chaoyang District introduced a three-year action plan (2026-2028) to promote high-quality development in the exhibition industry, along with the unveiling of the "Chaoyang North Star One-Stop Exhibition Service Platform" [7]. - The establishment of the "Beijing Exhibition Artificial Intelligence Technology Innovation Industry Fund" was announced to support AI research and application in the exhibition sector [7]. Group 4: Historical Context and Future Directions - ICCA, established in 1963, will set up its China representative office at the National Convention Center in 2024, with North Star Group providing support as the liaison [8]. - The forum aims to guide the transformation and upgrading of China's exhibition venues, aligning the exhibition industry with national strategies and urban development, thereby injecting Chinese momentum into the global exhibition industry's sustainable development [8].

Group 1 - The 2025 ICCA Global Venue Forum was held at the National Convention Center Phase II, where multiple initiatives were launched to inject new momentum into the high-quality development of Beijing's exhibition industry [1][3] - The forum highlighted the advantages of Beijing in becoming a globally influential exhibition destination, leveraging its rich resources from universities, research institutions, and international organizations [1][3] - A three-year action plan for promoting high-quality development in the exhibition industry was introduced, focusing on policy support, service guarantees, and the integration of "exhibition+" innovations [3][4] Group 2 - The Chaoyang District unveiled its first one-stop service platform for exhibitions, aimed at providing comprehensive services including approval assistance and policy consultation to enhance the regional exhibition business environment [3][4] - The Beijing International Exhibition Artificial Intelligence Technology Innovation Fund was launched to support the research and application of AI technologies in the exhibition sector, promoting digital and intelligent transformation [3][5] - The forum gathered nearly 300 industry professionals, venue operators, government representatives, and corporate executives from over 50 countries and regions to explore innovative development paths for future exhibition venues [4][5]