China is hosting its first-ever China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) in Beijing, running from November 28 to December 2, with the theme “Connecting the World for a Shared Future.” This event marks a significant contribution to enhancing global industrial and supply chains and positions China as a global hub for fostering connections between numerous domestic and foreign companies and international exhibitors and suppliers. As the world’s inaugural national-level expo with a dedicated focus on fortifying industrial supply chains, the CISCE conveys a vital message about embracing interc ..read more

The China International Supply Chain Expo (CISIE) made its historic debut in Beijing, marking the world’s first-ever national exhibition dedicated to fostering industrial and supply chain collaboration. Ren Hongbin, President of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), emphasized that the expo serves as a pioneering platform. It provides the global business community with an open arena to enhance exchanges and cooperation within the sector during his address at the inauguration ceremony. Over 1,100 representatives from governmental departments, business sectors, and ..read more

The 2023 China Marine Economy Expo commenced in Shenzhen Municipality, southern China, with a focus on highlighting China’s marine industry achievements, cutting-edge technologies, and international collaborations. Themed “Open Cooperation and Win-win Sharing,” the three-day event has attracted the physical presence of 658 enterprises, institutions, and organizations from the marine sector across 16 countries and regions, reflecting a notable year-on-year increase of over 60 percent in participation. Spanning an impressive 112,500 square meters, this year’s expo serves as a platform for showca ..read more

In a congratulatory message to the second Global Digital Trade Expo held in Hangzhou, President Xi Jinping highlighted the importance of leveraging digital trade as a driving force for global development and economic growth. He called on all participants to utilize the expo as a platform for cooperation, common development, and shared benefits. Digital trade has emerged as a prominent facet of international commerce, and President Xi commended China’s efforts to align itself with high-standard international economic and trade rules while enhancing its digital trade governance systems. These ac ..read more

Dedienne Aerospace, a prominent French firm, has recently inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Shanghai, marking a strategic move to tap into the rapidly expanding aviation maintenance sector in China. Guillaume Justamon, the Sales and Marketing Director at Dedienne Aerospace, announced during the factory’s opening ceremony on Tuesday that the Shanghai facility is projected to produce an annual output of 100 aeroengine brackets, exclusively for the Chinese market, over the next three years. Outlined in its long-term strategy, the Shanghai plant is set to become a key global production s ..read more

The recently concluded Tianjin International Shipping Industry Expo 2023, held in northern China’s Tianjin Municipality from November 16 to 18, witnessed international participants sharing a common belief in the burgeoning influence of China’s shipping sector. The event served as a platform to spotlight China’s remarkable advancements, ushering in a new era of development on the global stage. The latest edition of the Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Center Development Index showcased a significant presence of Chinese shipping hub cities in the coveted top 10 rankings for 2023. Cities like ..read more

In an exciting development, the inaugural China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), scheduled to commence on November 28, is poised to welcome over 1,000 participants. This diverse gathering will encompass representatives from government bodies, business communities, international organizations, as well as esteemed experts and scholars, as revealed during a recent press conference. Zhang Shaogang, Vice Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, disclosed that a total of 515 enterprises and institutions from both China and abroad have committed to taking part i ..read more

In the face of challenging times for the global shipping industry, leaders gathered at an international forum in Hong Kong emphasize the need for industry-wide transformation. The Hong Kong Maritime Week 2023, themed “Recharging the Maritime Industry,” kicked off with the third World Maritime Merchants Forum, drawing 900 maritime experts and professionals. During the opening ceremony, John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), stressed the timeliness of the theme. He highlighted disruptions in global supply chains and changing customer spending patterns ..read more

In a significant development, Chinese multinational manufacturer RIIFO, specializing in plastic piping solutions, has unveiled its entry into the Ethiopian market. This expansion involves the establishment of a state-of-the-art plumbing manufacturing facility in Adama, the capital of the Oromia regional state in Ethiopia. RIIFO has joined forces with Ethiopian company EZM Trade and Investment to create a cutting-edge plumbing system manufacturing plant, with an investment of 14.5 million U.S. dollars, located in Adama Industrial Park. Esmelalem Zewde, the Chief Executive Officer of EZM Trade a ..read more

The Port of Los Angeles, a bustling hub along the U.S. west coast, is a constant hive of activity, witnessing the arrival and departure of massive container ships. One individual deeply connected to the port is Mark Wheeler, a retired vice president of the West Basin Container Terminal (WBCT). Despite residing in South Carolina since his retirement four years ago, Wheeler’s fond memories of the port remain vivid, especially the visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2012. On February 16, 2012, Xi, then the Vice President of China, toured a terminal operated by China’s shipping giant COSCO at ..read more