Global participation surges at 8th CIIE as exhibits hit record highs

The 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) opened in Shanghai on Nov 5, drawing participation from 155 countries, regions and international organizations, and featuring 4,108 overseas enterprises.

Spanning more than 430,000 square meters, both the exhibition area and the number of exhibitors have reached record highs.

​A participant visits the China Pavilion during the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, on Nov 5, 2025. [Photo by Wang Jing/chinadaily.com.cn]

​Participants explore the Russia Pavilion during the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, on Nov 5, 2025. [Photo by Wang Jing/chinadaily.com.cn]

​Participants visit the United Arab Emirates Pavilion during the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, on Nov 5, 2025. [Photo by Wang Jing/chinadaily.com.cn]

​Visitors watch two humanoid robots go head-to-head during the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, on Nov 6, 2025. [Photo by Wang Jing/chinadaily.com.cn]

​Technomelt Pur products on display at the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai on Nov 6, 2025. [Photo by Zhang Wei/chinadaily.com.cn]

​Visitors explore exhibits of crystals at the Consumer Goods exhibition area of the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, on Nov 6, 2025. [Photo by Wang Jing/chinadaily.com.cn]