Understanding local culture is crucial to success

What stands out most at the China International Import Expo is the sheer size of the event. My immediate takeaway from walking through the sprawling exhibition was this - everyone wants a piece of the Chinese market.

Aviation suppliers confident about success in China's growing market

Aviation companies have demonstrated their confidence in the Chinese market at the ongoing China International Import Expo, with Airbus looking to capitalize on opportunities in helicopter emergency medical services.

Philippines seeks to attract more Chinese students

The Philippines' pavilion is one of the most eye-catching at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, the venue for the first China International Import Expo.

IN BRIEF (Page 6)

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS SHOWCASE SERVICES

Amid the consumer goods, eye-catching planes and large machines on display at the China International Import Expo, many overseas financial institutions are showcasing services sector offerings in response to Shanghai's role as China's financial hub and a rising global financial center.

Bank sees opportunities in global focus

Banks will be crucial intermediaries in boosting the flow of capital and trade between China and countries in the Pacific such as Australia, an industry executive said.

Norway eyes profitable prospects in traditional, emerging sectors

Norway is eyeing more business opportunities in China in sectors ranging from its traditional strengths, such as fisheries, to emerging ones like services as the bilateral relationship deepens, a top official has said.

Logistics firms praise CIIE as a platform for growth

The China International Import Expo is serving as a platform to bring multinational logistics companies closer to the world's second-largest economy.

An opportunity for expansion

The first China International Import Expo has built a comprehensive platform for the country's State-owned enterprises to raise import volume and expand cooperation with global companies in areas from equipment procurement to production capacity cooperation in the third-party markets, said SOE regulators and business leaders.

Convenience to get best deal in an exciting world

Chinese importers are earmarking large sums to top up their shopping carts and make big-ticket purchases at the China International Import Expo.

A time to plan for the future

It seems that November is no longer just the time of an annual shopping carnival for ordinary Chinese consumers with generous budgets for various online platforms, but also the ideal time for companies to make their annual purchase plans during the China International Import Expo.

Expo seen as boost for African business

African experts are confident that the China International Import Expo in Shanghai will deepen international business cooperation and address the trade imbalance between China and its trade partners.