The 100-Day To Go Celebration for the First China International Supply Chain Expo took place in Beijing. Ren Hongbin, Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, graced the event with his presence, delivering an insightful speech and unveiling the expo’s official mascot. Distinguished representatives from prominent companies like China National Machinery Industry Corporation (Sinomach), GE Healthcare, and Nanjing Iron & Steel United Co., Ltd. also took the stage to share their thoughts. Lin Shunjie, Chairman of China International Exhibition Center Group Limited, provided an overview of the preparations underway for this inaugural event. The celebration drew attendance from a wide spectrum of participants, including relevant government bodies, international organizations, foreign embassies and consulates in China, foreign business associations operating in China, exhibitors, buyers, experts, and media personnel. Among the highlights of the event was the official unveiling of the expo’s captivating mascot.

Ren Hongbin emphasized that hosting the first China International Supply Chain Expo represents a tangible step towards realizing President Xi Jinping’s important initiative of upholding stable and streamlined global industrial and supply chains. Moreover, it stands as a public good that contributes to fostering a robust and sustainable trajectory for economic globalization. The commencement of the 100-day countdown to the expo marks a pivotal phase characterized by intense efforts in preparation. The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade remains committed to the principles of collaboration, promotion, and mutual benefit. It will exert substantial and unwavering endeavors to meticulously attend to every aspect, with the ultimate aim of transforming the expo into a new platform for elevated international openness. This effort aligns with the aspiration to establish a new paradigm for development while actively advancing the cause of an open global economy. Furthermore, it endeavors to create a fresh vantage point for embodying the concept of a unified human destiny – a shared vision for humanity’s future.

The China International Supply Chain Expo, centered around the theme of global supply chains, stands as the world’s first national-level exhibition of its kind. Scheduled to unfold from November 28 to December 2 at the China International Exhibition Center Shunyi Pavilion in Beijing. Encompassing a sprawling expanse of 100,000 square meters, the exhibition will spotlight five principal chains: the smart automotive chain, green agriculture chain, clean energy chain, digital technology chain, and healthy lifestyle chain. Complementing these strands will be a dedicated supply chain service zone. The event’s itinerary comprises an opening ceremony and a global summit dedicated to the innovation and development of supply chains. Additionally, six concurrent sessions, supply-demand matchmaking endeavors, and industry-specific seminars enrich the expo’s program. Currently, preparations encompassing investment and exhibition promotion, guest invitations, forum orchestration, and publicity endeavors are advancing seamlessly. Over 300 well-known domestic and foreign companies have confirmed their participation, with international exhibitors accounting for more than 20% of the cohort. The event attracts participants from 50 countries and regions, a testament to its remarkable allure and the magnetic pull of the Chinese market. Notably, numerous institutions from various countries have expressed intentions to assemble high-profile procurement delegations, solidifying the anticipation of over 100,000 professional buyers and visitors participating in the event.