Foreign media attention: Many countries actively participate in the Service Trade Fair to explore business opportunities
On September 5, according to the report of Latin American News Agency on September 3, Cuba publicized its tourism products at the eighth "Colorful World" - "the Belt and Road" featured cultural exhibition activities. This event is part of the China International Fair for Trade in Services.
Marta Casadilia, a staff member of the Cuban Embassy in China, said in an interview with Latin American News Agency that cultural and natural attractions are the key promotion targets of this Caribbean country.
She said that Cuba also showcased medical and healthcare service products, while promoting domestic products sold at the Cuba Boutique on the JD e-commerce platform.
According to the official, the products that Chinese consumers can buy at the online store include honey, various brands of rum, as well as Serrano and Guantanamo coffee.
Cuban Ambassador to China Bai Shide recently told Latin American News Agency that Cuban products are increasingly accepted in China.
The diplomat stated that China is one of the main destinations for Cuban trade in goods, and this cooperation is also expanding to service trade fields such as tourism, culture, education, and sports.
According to reports, about 75 countries and international organizations sent delegations to participate in the 2023 China International Fair for Trade in Services. This is one of the largest events of its kind in the world, with the UK serving as the guest of honor this year.
The theme of this year's Service Trade Fair is "Openness leads development, cooperation, and win-win future", and it will be held until September 6th. According to the organizers, this year's Service Trade Fair covers multiple themes such as computer information, finance, health and hygiene, and environmental services.
According to the website of the Borneo Post on September 4th, under the leadership of the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment, Sarawak, Malaysia is participating in the 2023 China International Trade in Services Fair in Beijing.
A statement from the department stated that the Service Trade Fair from September 2nd to 6th provided a platform for institutions in the state to seek potential investment and cooperation opportunities.
Vice Premier and Minister of International Trade, Industry and Investment of Sarawak, Awang Dengya, launched the Sarawak Pavilion at the opening ceremony of the Trade in Services Fair. Accompanying him was Abdulkarin, Minister of Tourism, Creative Industries, and Performing Arts of Sarawak State.
The report states that the 2023 China International Fair for Trade in Services will be hosted by the Ministry of Commerce of China. It focuses on professional services in various fields, from business, communication, construction, engineering, logistics, education, environment, finance, health, tourism, entertainment to cultural and sports industries.
The 2023 China Fair for Trade in Services also provides participants with the opportunity to build new networks, meet new business partners, engage in negotiations and trade cooperation in China. The attendees include dignitaries from various countries, heads of international organizations, as well as government departments and business figures from various countries.
In addition, according to Kyodo News Agency on September 3rd, the China International Fair for Trade in Services, hosted by the Chinese government, opened in Beijing on the 2nd. Japanese companies showcased and promoted food and daily necessities.
About 30 companies, including small and medium-sized enterprises, participated in the booth of the Japan Trade Revitalization Agency. Sai Qingyun, who is responsible for selling sake at Satsuma Brewery, said he will continue to sell Japanese goods. In addition, Panasonic Holdings also showcased residential properties.
The report states that the China International Import Expo (CIFTIS) began in 2012 and is a large-scale exhibition, similar to the "China International Import Expo" in Shanghai and the "China Import and Export Commodity Fair" in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province. This time, over 2400 companies from around the world participated in offline exhibitions.
