Group 1 - The fourth China-Central and Eastern European Countries (CEEC) Expo and International Consumer Goods Expo will be held in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province from May 22 to 25, with the theme "Towards New, Practical, and Future" [1] - Since the launch of the cooperation mechanism in 2012, trade between China and CEEC countries has grown at an average annual rate of 8.8%, with imports from CEEC countries increasing by 7.4%, both exceeding the growth rate of China's overall foreign trade [1] - The bilateral trade volume is expected to reach $142.3 billion in 2024, marking a historical high with a year-on-year growth of 6.3% [1] Group 2 - The CEEC exhibition area will cover 20,000 square meters, featuring over 400 exhibitors and showcasing more than 8,000 unique products from CEEC countries, achieving record highs in area, number of exhibitors, and product variety [2] - The export consumer goods exhibition area will span 60,000 square meters with 2,000 booths, representing a 20% and 33% increase compared to the previous year, respectively [2] - Approximately 15,000 professional visitors are expected, including over 3,000 foreign buyers, reflecting a 10% increase from the last event [2] Group 3 - The expo has expanded to include exhibitors from nine additional countries, such as the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain, with eight of these countries participating for the first time, enhancing the international influence of the event [3] - International organizations like the World Bank and various international business associations have also been invited, indicating a significant increase in the expo's global impact [3]

Group 1 - The fourth China-Central and Eastern European Countries (CEEC) Expo and International Consumer Goods Expo will be held from May 22 to 25 in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, with the theme "Towards New, Towards Practical, Towards Future" [1] - Since the launch of cooperation in 2012, trade between China and CEEC countries has grown at an average annual rate of 8.8%, with imports from CEEC countries increasing by 7.4%, both exceeding the growth rate of China's overall foreign trade [1][3] - The bilateral trade volume is expected to reach a historical high of $142.3 billion in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 6.3% [1] Group 2 - The trade relationship between China and the EU has developed rapidly over the past 50 years, with bilateral trade volume increasing from $2.4 billion in 1975 to $785.8 billion in 2024, plus $144.8 billion in service trade, totaling over $930 billion [3] - CEEC cooperation is a vital part of China-EU relations, with Chinese investments in CEEC countries exceeding $24 billion to date [3][4] - The cooperation is expected to benefit from China's deepening high-level opening-up, strong economic complementarity, and robust trade foundations [4] Group 3 - The expo will feature a focus on new products, technologies, and ideas, aiming for practical outcomes with a target of over 10 billion yuan in import intentions from CEEC countries [5] - The expo will include a 20,000 square meter CEEC exhibition area with over 400 exhibitors showcasing more than 8,000 unique products from the region, marking record highs in exhibition area and product variety [6] - The export consumer goods exhibition area will cover 60,000 square meters with 2,000 booths, featuring a significant increase in participating enterprises and foreign buyers compared to previous years [6][7]

Core Viewpoint - The fourth China-CEEC Expo and International Consumer Goods Expo will be held from May 22 to 25, 2025, in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, focusing on enhancing economic and trade cooperation between China and Central and Eastern European countries [3][4]. Group 1: Event Overview - The expo will feature a theme of "Towards New, Practical, and Future" and aims to showcase Central and Eastern European products while promoting mutual investment [3][4]. - The event will include over 400 exhibitors and an exhibition area of 20,000 square meters dedicated to Central and Eastern European products, with an expected attendance of 15,000 professional visitors [7][8]. Group 2: Economic Cooperation - Since the launch of the cooperation mechanism in 2012, bilateral trade between China and Central and Eastern European countries has grown at an average annual rate of 8.8%, with a total trade volume reaching $142.3 billion in 2024, a 6.3% increase year-on-year [4]. - China's investment in Central and Eastern European countries has exceeded $24 billion, with a strong interest from Chinese companies in sectors such as electric vehicles and batteries [4][11]. Group 3: Infrastructure and Connectivity - The construction of the Hungary-Serbia railway is progressing well, and the China-Europe freight trains have established Central and Eastern Europe as a key transit route [4]. - Direct flight routes between China and Central and Eastern European countries have surpassed 30, enhancing connectivity [4]. Group 4: Future Prospects - The Chinese government emphasizes the importance of high-level opening-up and aims to deepen cooperation with Central and Eastern European countries in various sectors, including digital and green investments [16][26]. - The cooperation framework includes bilateral economic and trade committees and various platforms to enhance communication and collaboration [16][26].

Core Points - The fourth China-CEEC Expo and International Consumer Goods Expo will be held from May 22 to 25 in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, focusing on "New, Practical, and Future" themes [1] - The expo will feature 11 key activities and over 50 industry-specific matchmaking events, with participation from 14 CEEC countries and exhibitors from 9 additional countries including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain [1][2] Group 1: Expo Characteristics - The expo will have a dedicated CEEC section covering 20,000 square meters, with over 400 exhibitors showcasing more than 8,000 CEEC specialty products [2] - It is expected to attract 15,000 professional visitors, including over 3,000 foreign buyers [2] - A new "Charming CEEC" section will display cultural aspects of CEEC countries through five modules: books, arts, paintings, prints, and tourism [2] Group 2: Activity Arrangement - The expo will include 11 major activities, 4 mechanism-based events, and over 50 matchmaking activities, reflecting a shift towards more focused and practical engagements [3] - The number of small-scale matchmaking events has increased from 14 to over 50, emphasizing a "small but practical" approach [3] Group 3: International Participation - In addition to the 14 CEEC countries, exhibitors from 9 other countries will participate, with 8 of them being first-time exhibitors, indicating an expansion towards "CEEC+" [3] - International organizations and well-known companies such as the World Bank, China-EU Chamber of Commerce, Sanofi, Novartis, and Morgan Stanley will also attend, enhancing the expo's global influence [3] Group 4: Economic Cooperation - Since 2012, trade between China and CEEC countries has grown at an average annual rate of 8.8%, with imports from CEEC countries increasing by 7.4%, both outpacing China's overall trade growth [5] - By 2024, bilateral trade is projected to reach $142.3 billion, a 6.3% year-on-year increase [5] - China's investment in CEEC countries has exceeded $24 billion, with strong interest from Chinese companies in various sectors, particularly in electric vehicles and battery production [5]