Group 1 - The 138th Canton Fair has set historical records with an exhibition area of 1.55 million square meters, a total of 74,600 booths, and over 32,000 participating companies, indicating strong international trade resilience [1][3] - Approximately 3,600 companies are making their debut at this year's fair, showcasing the enduring attractiveness of the Chinese market despite fluctuating international economic conditions [1] - The fair has seen a 14.1% year-on-year increase in pre-registered buyers from 217 export markets, with notable growth from the EU, the US, and Belt and Road countries [3][5] Group 2 - The Guangdong province's foreign trade data shows a total import and export value of 62,070.4 billion yuan in the first eight months of the year, reflecting a 4.2% year-on-year growth [8] - The first Guangdong Quality Products Exhibition, which took place a month prior, generated nearly 7 billion yuan in sales over three days, indicating a successful integration of domestic and foreign trade [8] - Guangdong's proactive approach to open its economy is evident in the establishment of a dual circulation model, enhancing its market resilience and attractiveness [8][9] Group 3 - The latest foreign trade data for Guangdong reveals a total of 7.02 trillion yuan in imports and exports for the first three quarters, a 3.8% increase year-on-year, accounting for 20.9% of the national total [12] - The fair has introduced a smart medical area and showcased 353,000 smart products, highlighting the ongoing transformation towards digital and intelligent solutions in foreign trade [12] - High-tech product exports, including electronic information and advanced equipment, have seen significant growth, with increases of 14.5%, 22.3%, and 31% respectively [12] Group 4 - The number of registered business entities in Guangdong has surpassed 20 million, with a net increase of 953,100 entities, representing a 5% growth [13] - The digital economy sector has seen a substantial rise, with 167,600 new digital economy enterprises, marking a 25.41% year-on-year increase [13] - The concurrent success of the Canton Fair and the Bay Area Semiconductor Industry Expo reflects a commitment to openness and collaboration in the face of global challenges [13]