Flowers bloom in the city of flowers, and guests come from all directions！

Within the opening fortnight, the exhibition's defining themes emerged as innovation, intelligence and sustainability. Over one million newly developed products showcased on-site within the past year, alongside nearly 1.1 million proprietary intellectual property items and approximately 800,000 debut exhibits, presented a remarkable display of innovation.

In the industrial manufacturing zone, humanoid collaborative robots capable of rapid movement and precise operations, alongside quadrupedal robots performing backflips and ‘waving’ greetings, drew foreign buyers to pause and photograph them. The consumer lifestyle sector also delivered numerous highlights: Haier's integrated washing and shoe-cleaning machine pioneered a ‘three-drum-in-one’ design, enabling separate cleaning and drying for undergarments, outerwear, and footwear; Shenzhen Disheng Energy's solar backpack integrated high-efficiency photovoltaic panels to alleviate power anxiety for commuters; while Zhaoqing Junfeng Electronics' visualised keyboard offered customisable smart keys, significantly boosting productivity for both office work and gaming. The inaugural Smart Healthcare Zone set a benchmark for transformation, with 47 enterprises showcasing cutting-edge products including surgical robots and intelligent monitoring devices. The Service Robotics Zone gathered 46 companies, featuring embodied robots and robotic dogs that cultivate new export opportunities. Additionally, 353,000 intelligent products—such as smart microgrid energy management systems and AI+AR smart glasses—made their collective debut, establishing a comprehensive advanced manufacturing ecosystem.

As of 13 October, over 240,000 buyers from 218 export markets had completed pre-registration – a 10% increase month-on-month. Both professional buyers and leading enterprises attending are projected to exceed previous editions. One hundred and one overseas delegations and 126 leading enterprises organised buyers to attend, while 12 top domestic and international companies established presence in the procurement service zone for on-site negotiations, with supply-demand matching momentum continuing to rise.

‘The Canton Fair serves not only as a bridge connecting Chinese suppliers but also as a platform for deepening international cooperation,’ remarked Daniel, a Peruvian buyer who has attended multiple sessions, echoing a widely held view among global merchants. To facilitate international procurement, Guangzhou Baiyun Airport has established dedicated channels, while the metro system now enables contactless passage for overseas bank cards. The exhibition halls feature inaugural departure tax refund zones, with comprehensive hospitality measures ensuring global buyers feel right at home.

This edition of the Canton Fair pioneers a dedicated matchmaking event for premium export products targeting domestic sales, featuring a 3,000-square-metre dedicated zone. Through multiple targeted negotiations, it breaks down barriers between domestic and international trade. Over 600 new product launches (a 37% increase from the previous session) and 13 thematic forums focused on core needs such as market expansion and risk mitigation, providing enterprises with comprehensive support across the entire supply chain.

Regarding enterprise-friendly policies, the exhibition continued to offer a 50% reduction in booth fees for export exhibitors, while the Rural Revitalisation Zone enjoyed a full exemption, effectively lowering participation costs for businesses. With 240 trade service agencies on-site delivering professional support, enterprises can exhibit with greater ease and achieve more efficient transactions.

The Canton Fair has deepened our understanding of international trade rules while offering clearer insights into the strengths and challenges facing Chinese enterprises. I am confident that by steadfastly pursuing innovation, quality and service excellence, we shall achieve even greater success in the global marketplace.