A delegation of 28 enterprises from Shanxi province is participating in the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) from Sept 17 to 21 in Nanning, Guangxi province, aiming to enhance trade exchanges and expand into ASEAN markets.

Participants visit the Shanxi exhibition area. [Photo/Shanxi Daily]

The five-day event showcases the latest achievements and highlights of China-ASEAN economic cooperation, as well as the upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area. This year, the exhibition has grown in scale and in the number of participating enterprises compared to last year. Notably, it features a new ASEAN demand exhibition, providing a one-stop platform for precise matchmaking.

The Shanxi exhibition area highlights outstanding achievements across various sectors, including new energy and materials, engineering services, specialty agriculture, and cultural heritage. Noteworthy participants include Ninghuafu Yiyuanqing and Zilin Vinegar, presenting health and flavored vinegars that showcase ancient brewing techniques. 

Traditional Shanxi crafts, such as Jiangzhou Chengni inkstones, Zezhou iron kettles, and southern Shanxi paper-cutting, are on display, offering fresh insights into cultural creativity. Shanxi's high-tech and specialized enterprises are also exhibiting automotive parts, complete vehicle equipment, precision saw blades, and industrial metering devices.

This year's CAEXPO serves as a vital international platform to showcase Shanxi's developmental achievements, distinctive industries, and rich culture. By participating, Shanxi aims to seize the opportunities presented by the upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area and use the expo's matchmaking platform to propel Shanxi brand products onto the global stage.