4th China-CEEC Expo Opens Ningbo with $1.39B Trade Scope

The 4th China-Central and Eastern European Countries (CEEC) Expo & International Consumer Goods Fair opened in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, featuring an 80,000-square-meter exhibition space divided between CEEC and export consumer goods zones. The event attracted over 15,000 professional visitors from 72 countries, with import purchase intentions from CEECs expected to exceed $1.39 billion, showcasing thousands of products including Czech beer, Slovenian honey, and Hungarian goods. Key highlights included the “Digital and Intelligent CEEC” show presenting cutting-edge technologies, alongside multiple forums and exchanges aimed at deepening trade, customs cooperation, and urban governance collaboration. Hungary emphasized its strategic role through direct flights connecting Budapest to Ningbo, facilitating swift trade and investment, while Slovakia participated as the guest country of honor, highlighting elevated strategic partnerships with China. The China-CEEC Business Council meeting underscored a shared commitment to expanding cooperation in clean energy, supply chains, and trade, reflecting a growing momentum amid global uncertainties. The expo also broadened its scope from Central and Eastern Europe to include other European countries, emphasizing smart manufacturing, cultural exchange, and premium agricultural products.