Core Insights - The 22nd China-ASEAN Expo highlighted AI as the main focus, featuring 16 AI-themed events and establishing an AI pavilion, marking a shift towards digital empowerment in trade cooperation [1][2] - The next expo will take place from September 17 to 21, 2026, with the Philippines designated as the theme country [1] - Over 700 outcomes were achieved during the expo, with significant agreements on enhancing AI cooperation and accelerating the implementation of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 [1] Group 1 - AI was the standout feature of the expo, with the introduction of AI glasses for speeches and the AI Expo Smart Body, setting a new benchmark for AI-enabled exhibitions [1] - The AI pavilion generated trade transactions exceeding 140 million RMB, with products like surgical robots, AI glasses, and drones gaining popularity among ASEAN buyers [1][2] - The expo facilitated the release of the "Top 100 Future Unicorn Companies in China's AI Sector" list and initiated the establishment of AI cooperation centers between China and ASEAN countries [2] Group 2 - The expo achieved breakthroughs in exhibition models, business opportunity exploration, and enterprise services, transitioning from traditional methods to AI-driven approaches [2] - Nearly 200 companies, including leading AI firms and startups, participated in the expo, creating new demand scenarios and enhancing communication between Chinese and ASEAN businesses [2]

Group 1 - The China-ASEAN Expo has established an AI pavilion for the first time, showcasing approximately 1,200 cutting-edge AI products from both domestic and international sources [1] - The expo will host the China-ASEAN AI Ministerial Roundtable, where ministers from the AI sector will engage in discussions on regional cooperation, aiming to create a cross-border "technology fair" [1] - The "AI Dongbo" intelligent agent, the first multi-scenario AI entity in the country, was officially launched on September 13, specifically for the expo [1] Group 2 - The AI pavilion will present AI technological achievements from multiple ASEAN countries, with over 70 foreign purchasing groups confirmed to attend, aiming to organize more than 500 high-quality buyers seeking AI business opportunities [1]