CIIE 2025 Day 2: 461 New Products and Technologies Debut, Deals Signed on Opening Day

On November 5, 2025, the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) officially opened at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. Even before the opening ceremony, global leaders from business, academia, and media gathered, exchanging ideas and handshakes. The atmosphere reflected both anticipation and opportunity, with discussions touching on China’s newly approved “15th Five‑Year Plan”, which many foreign enterprises view as a roadmap for future growth.

Inside the 430,000 m² exhibition space, crowds surged as 461 new products, technologies, and services were unveiled, signaling China’s embrace of global innovation.

Agricultural & Food Products: Popular and Record‑Breaking

The Food & Agriculture Pavilion remains the most vibrant area, with 2,000+ companies participating — the largest scale in CIIE history. Visitors lined up for:

• Australian Wagyu beef sizzling on grills

• Exotic fruits such as Costa Rica’s “volcano banana” and Peru’s desert blueberries

• Specialty produce like the fragrant “red‑skin banana”

This mix of local flavor and global business created a unique atmosphere of both festivity and high‑level trade.

Innovation in Healthcare and Technology

Boehringer Ingelheim:

• 7th consecutive year at CIIE

• 500 m² booth hosting 8 signing ceremonies with hospitals, associations, and patient groups

• Focus on stroke, oncology, pulmonary fibrosis, and metabolic diseases

Bayer:

• Welcomed 20+ government delegations and dozens of media outlets

• Showcased 26 highlight products, from prescription drugs to consumer health and crop science

• Spotlight on the MEDRAD Stellant D‑CE injection system, now locally produced in China after debuting at CIIE 2021

Qualcomm:

• “Eight‑year full attendee” at CIIE

• From 5G prototypes in 2018 to today’s AI‑enabled smartphones

• Highlighted China’s leadership with 4.7 million 5G base stations

• Announced that 6G pre‑commercial devices may arrive by 2028

Business Momentum: Deals Signed on Day 1

• Siemens, 3M, Brother: Practical booths focused on product applications rather than art installations, appealing directly to potential clients

• Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC): One of the “Big Four” grain traders, signed contracts on opening day, underscoring CIIE’s role as a deal‑making hub

• Executives from global corporations (CEOs, CFOs, CSOs) were highly visible, reinforcing the expo’s importance for strategic partnerships

Sweden as Guest Country of Honor

The Sweden Pavilion offered an immersive experience under the theme “Co‑Creating Possibilities”:

• Green technology interactive zones

• Nordic food culture displays and coffee corners

• Showcased Sweden’s philosophy of Lagom (“just the right balance”)

Elekta, a radiation therapy leader, highlighted its Unity MRI‑guided radiotherapy system, already treating 40+ cancer types in China. Other Swedish companies — Ericsson, Hexagon, Alfa Laval, SKF, Epiroc, Scania — demonstrated industrial strength and deepening ties with China.

From Exhibitors to Partners

Alfa Laval:

• Joined CIIE in 2021, now five consecutive years

• Transitioned from “technology exhibitor” to partner in low‑carbon, sustainable solutions

• In 2023, debuted a global product at CIIE and quickly secured major Chinese chemical industry orders

Christian Thomsen, President of Alfa Laval Northeast Asia, emphasized: “CIIE is a core platform for innovation and sustainability, connecting enterprises, decision‑makers, and governments to accelerate cooperation and technology adoption.”

Conclusion

Day 2 of CIIE 2025 highlighted the expo’s unique role as a national‑level platform for innovation, trade, and collaboration. From food and agriculture to healthcare and advanced technology, the event showcased how China’s opportunities and global partnerships converge.

The path from “exhibitor” to “partner” is clear: CIIE is not only a showcase but a catalyst for localized innovation and global expansion, driving deeper integration between China and the world.

Reference:

1. China International Import Expo Official Website