Steve Neumeyer, president of International Products 90, an importer based in the United States, told China Daily that the Canton Fair provides the products that he needs for his customers, and that he will continue to try to expand his business in China.

"I found that the Canton Fair has facilitated digital payments for foreign visitors this year, adding more payment options for them. ... This is fairly convenient for us," Neumeyer said.

Frangelica Liang, a member of BritCham Committee who is attending the fair following an interval of a few years, said she was surprised by what she saw at the current exhibition.

"I was amazed ... (it was) an amazing range of high-end manufacturing products, from consumer electronics, industrial tools to AI-equipped healthcare facilities, new energy vehicles — all showcasing the new page of China's high-end manufacturing," said Liang. "I believe the fair will embark on a new journey for global trade and the manufacturing industry."

Zhang Qingfu, vice-president of Haier Overseas Electric Appliances Corp, a subsidiary of Chinese home appliances giant Haier Group, said that at this year's fair, many Chinese exhibitors have showcased their green and low-carbon products and solutions, actively securing foreign trade orders and expanding into international markets.

Participating in the Canton Fair is not only about securing orders, but also about promoting new products to foreign clients, observing new market trends and broadening connections with overseas merchants, Zhang added.