Execs optimistic on import expo

Top multinational corporations' executives have expressed their enthusiasm for the first China International Import Expo set to launch on Nov 5, as part of the nation's efforts to expand opening-up.

While attending the 30th International Business Leaders' Advisory Council, held annually in Shanghai, business leaders said they are optimistic about China's opening-up policy and new opportunities.

"The import expo is unprecedented in China for sure, and it really sends a signal to the global community that China is very open and willing to have imports, which is obviously very important in today's environment," said Mark Weinberger, global chairman and CEO of professional services firm EY, and the advisory council's chairman.