China Premier Li Qiang to Highlight US-China Trade Pact at Massive Shanghai Import Expo

Chinese Premier Li Qiang will deliver the keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, held from November 5 to 10. The event, the world's largest import trade fair, attracts thousands of companies globally, including over 4,100 exhibitors, and serves as a key platform for promoting global trade and China's market openness. Li's attendance and planned visits to pavilions, including those of American companies, signal China's commitment to attracting foreign investment amid easing trade tensions and global economic challenges. The expo also features 33 conferences under the Hongqiao International Economic Forum, highlighting innovations and economic cooperation. Georgia is participating as the guest of honor, with Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze attending alongside a large government delegation to showcase Georgian products and investment opportunities. Li's participation reinforces China's efforts to boost confidence in its economic outlook and strengthen international trade ties.