In brief
On Nov. 8, a Cambodian ministry official declared the ninth China International Import Expo a crucial avenue for trade liberalization, citing its role in opening China’s market and supporting global economic cooperation. The expo featured more than 4,100 international exhibitors and attracted praise for fostering resilience amid rising anti‑globalization sentiments. Ministry spokespeople highlighted the event’s high‑standard opening‑up and its capacity to turn market potential into shared progress.
On Nov. 8, the Cambodian Ministry of Commerce lauded the ninth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai as a “crucial platform for trade liberalization and global economic cooperation,” according to a government news release issued on Friday.
Undersecretary of State Nam Lynal attended the expo’s official opening ceremony on Thursday, the release noted. The conference, running from Nov. 5 to Nov. 10, showcased more than 4,100 international exhibitors.
The ministry’s statements emphasized that the expo “will further open the Chinese market to the world,” positioning it as a key driver for openness and economic resilience.
Kin Phea, director general of the International Relations Institute of Cambodia at the Royal Academy of Cambodia, described the event as a powerful testament to open trade, bridging global enterprises with Chinese consumers for mutual benefit.
"Amidst rising anti‑globalization and global economic uncertainty, China’s continued hosting of the landmark expo underscores its commitment to high‑standard opening‑up, injecting much‑needed stability into global trade," Phea told Xinhua.
He added, "As a vital bridge for international economic and trade cooperation, the expo transforms market potential into shared progress. It demonstrates that true economic resilience is built through collaboration, not isolation."