Core Insights - The 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) commenced on November 5, showcasing over 430,000 square meters of exhibition space and attracting participation from 155 countries and regions, with six countries serving as guest countries [1] - A record number of over 4,100 exhibiting companies participated, including 290 Fortune Global 500 and industry-leading firms, with U.S. companies maintaining the largest exhibition area for seven consecutive years [1] - The expo introduced a dedicated section for products from the least developed countries, promoting zero-tariff benefits for these nations and enhancing their access to the Chinese market [1] Group 1: Opportunities for Foreign Enterprises - Foreign companies view the CIIE as a significant opportunity to deepen their engagement in the Chinese market, with Dow Chemical reporting over 100 new products launched and more than 60 strategic cooperation agreements signed since the first expo [3] - Amorepacific highlighted the expo's effect of transforming exhibits into commercial products, enhancing their responsiveness to market changes and reinforcing their commitment to the Chinese market [3] - Roche Pharmaceuticals emphasized the CIIE as an irreplaceable platform for foreign enterprises, benefiting from China's improving business environment and innovation ecosystem [3] Group 2: Innovation and New Product Launches - The current expo features 461 new products, technologies, and services, showcasing cutting-edge technology and accelerating their market introduction, positioning China as a global innovation testing ground [3][5] - Sanofi noted that the expo facilitates rapid transformation of innovations from exhibits to market-ready products, with plans to establish a world-class supply network in China [4] - Siemens and AstraZeneca both recognized the CIIE's role in fostering innovation and international collaboration, with AstraZeneca recently launching a global R&D center in Beijing [5] Group 3: Global Product Launch Platform - The expo serves as a global launch platform for new products, with a company showcasing a full-size electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for the first time [5] - The CIIE has enabled companies to achieve significant sales milestones shortly after product launches, as evidenced by a handheld cleaning device that sold over 50,000 units within a year of its debut [5] - Panasonic expressed its commitment to leveraging the CIIE to foster partnerships in rapidly growing sectors like artificial intelligence and green energy [6] Group 4: Support for Developing Countries - The introduction of a dedicated section for products from the least developed countries aims to enhance their visibility and access to the Chinese market, reflecting China's commitment to inclusive economic globalization [6] - The CIIE is seen as a bridge for trust and cooperation, particularly in the context of rising global economic uncertainties, supporting the resilience of supply chains for developing countries [6]

央广网北京11月5日消息（记者孔颖）据中央广播电视总台中国之声《新闻和报纸摘要》报道，第 八届中国国际进口博览会（简称"进博会"）5日在上海拉开帷幕，今年展览面积和企业总数均创历史新 高。 本届进博会吸引了290家世界500强和行业龙头企业参展，461项新产品、新技术、新服务将在这里 集中亮相。 在汽车及智慧出行展区，一家主营垂直起降飞行器的企业已经完成布展，全球首发的全尺寸倾转涵 道翼电动垂直起降飞行器亮相。 企业创始人卢懿：这次带来的是10月刚刚下线的全尺寸真机，期待通过进博会国际化平台，让公众 看到未来跨越山海、融入城乡的高品质空中出行愿景。 今年展览面积超过43万平方米，参展企业在去年3496家的基础上新增了600余家，展览面积和企业 总数均创历史新高。本届进博会首次为最不发达国家产品打造专区，推动与中国建交的最不发达国家及 53个非洲建交国的企业和产品用好"零关税"待遇，更好共享中国大市场带来的发展机遇。 中国国际进口博览局虹桥论坛秘书处宋尚哲：我们为最不发达国家免费提供展位，扩容了非洲展品 专区，这一届进博会非洲国家的企业参展数量增长了80%。 ...