The 2025 China International Digital Economy Expo opened in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, showcasing cutting-edge AI applications reshaping industries across the Chinese mainland. From unmanned stores offering cashier-free shopping to smart classrooms enhancing education through adaptive learning algorithms, the event underscores China’s accelerating integration of digital technologies into daily life.
Over 1,000 exhibitors from 50 countries and regions are participating, with global experts emphasizing the importance of inclusive and sustainable digital growth. Panel discussions highlighted AI’s role in optimizing supply chains, advancing green energy solutions, and bridging urban-rural economic divides. “This expo isn’t just about technology—it’s about building a shared future,” remarked one industry leader during a keynote address.
Hebei Province, a growing hub for tech innovation, aims to leverage the expo to attract partnerships in AI research and development. Analysts note that such initiatives align with broader efforts to modernize the Chinese mainland’s economy while addressing global challenges like climate change and workforce digitization.
