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ICEIC to kick off in Xiamen

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated: May 17, 2023 L M S

The 2023 China (Xiamen) International Cross-border E-commerce Expo (ICEIC) is scheduled to take place from June 15 to 17 at the Xiamen International Conference and Exhibition Center.

Xiamen, which was appointed as one of the first 10 cross-border e-commerce B2B (business to business) export supervision pilot cities, possesses unparalleled advantages in the industry. The ICEIC, a distinguished event in the domestic e-commerce sphere, masterfully coalesces diverse authoritative platforms and service providers through its official guidance and organizational finesse.

Serving as an intellectual and commercial melting pot, the expo facilitates a symbiotic exchange by inviting Chinese suppliers to discover international markets while concurrently showcasing carefully curated international brands to domestic shoppers. In doing so, the ICEIC fosters a seamless matchmaking platform for suppliers and brand owners, and champions China's dual domestic and international circulation development strategy.

Last year, the 2022 ICEIC left an indelible mark with 35,766 visitors and a staggering total of 3.66 billion yuan ($523 million) in intentional orders. The event's captivating aura persisted post-expo as exhibitors reveled in a deluge of inquiries, and the expo's enriched agenda, comprising more than 30 concurrent forums, salons and promotional events, enthralled guests and brought about packed venues.

For its 2023 edition, the ICEIC envisages a sprawling 60,000-square-meter expansion, assembling 2,000 top-tier factories and enterprises from 50 premier industrial belts. Participants can anticipate an eclectic assortment of millions of best-selling cross-border products and a one-stop procurement experience. With an expected attendance of over 80,000 buyers, the 2023 ICEIC is expected to outshine its own illustrious legacy.

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A previous edition of the ICEIC attracts crowds of visitors. [Photo/WeChat account: xiamen_swj]

Why Xiamen

  • About Xiamen

    Xiamen is one of the most economically competitive cities in China and was one of the first Special Economic Zones on the Chinese mainland. As a vice-provincial city independently listed on the State development plan, it has provincial-level authority in economic administration and local legislative power. In 2010, the Xiamen SEZ was expanded to cover the entire municipality. Today, Xiamen is a modern and international port city.

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