What is the China Import and Export Fair in Guangzhou?

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Central Guangzhou — Guangzhou Nighttime view of central Guangzhou, Guangdong province, China.

The China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, is a significant semiannual trade event held in Guangzhou. Established in 1957, it has become a major institution of world trade, serving as a vital platform for international commerce.1

The fair facilitates the exchange of a wide variety of goods, reflecting Guangzhou's evolution from a regional trade hub for agricultural products like silk, tea, and herbs into a global center for the export of manufactured goods, including mechanical, electrical, and electronic products.1