The 20th China Expo Forum for International Cooperation (CEFCO), scheduled from January 8 to 10, 2025, in Tianjin, stands as a pivotal platform for accelerating China’s economic growth and transforming the global exhibition industry. As China shifts toward innovation-driven, high-quality development, the exhibition sector emerges as a key player in driving economic transformation, international cooperation, and sustainable development.
Under the theme “Empowering a Sustainable Future with New Quality Productive Forces,” this year’s forum aligns closely with China’s strategic goals of high-quality growth. With over 500 professionals from 19 countries expected to participate, the forum is poised to shape the future of the exhibition industry and reinforce China’s standing as a global economic leader.
Exhibitions: A Catalyst for Economic Growth
Exhibitions are integral to China’s economic strategy, acting as bridges for business transactions, international partnerships, and technological exchange. The CEFCO provides a critical platform for aligning the exhibition industry with China’s broader goals, particularly in innovation, sustainability, and high-quality industrial development.
As a leading voice in the global exhibition sector, the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) plays a crucial role in fostering collaboration and advancing China’s exhibition industry on the world stage. By leveraging new technologies, sustainable practices, and strategic partnerships, the forum enhances China’s economic competitiveness, attracting international investment and solidifying its role as a key global player.
Driving High-Quality Development in the Exhibition Sector
China’s exhibition industry is undergoing a major transformation. The CEFCO is at the forefront of this evolution, offering a platform for industry leaders to exchange ideas on improving event quality, digitalizing operations, and promoting green initiatives.
Through its strategic focus on innovation and sustainability, the forum is nurturing the next generation of exhibition practices—ones that emphasize not only growth in scale but also improvements in quality and global relevance. This shift complements China’s broader economic strategy, integrating new technologies and business models that ensure long-term sustainability and global competitiveness.
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