The 125th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, opened on April 15 in Guangzhou, capital of south China's Guangdong province, showcasing the products and technologies of nearly 650 companies from 38 countries and regions. An array of innovative products has gained great attention from overseas buyers, who flocked to the Canton Fair Complex, the main venue, despite the occasional rain showers.

An overseas buyer tries out VR equipment that provides a simulated roller coaster experience. [Photo/Guangzhou Daily]

A smart toilet can perform multi-function operations such as massage, washing, warm air drying, and hydrotherapy spa treatments. [Photo/Guangzhou Daily]

Robots displayed at the 125th Canton Fair can not only play musical instruments but also can dance, as well as perform yoga and Chinese kung fu. [Photo/Guangzhou Daily]

An interactive washing machine developed by China's white goods maker Haier can identify the weight of the clothes, the water quality, and the concentration of the laundry detergent in a laundry load. It is designed to ensure that laundry is done without leaving any detergent residue behind. [Photo/Guangzhou Daily]