Since its debut in 1957, the Canton Fair has served as a key platform connecting Chinese businesses with buyers from around the world. As the fair celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2026, it continues to reflect the changing landscape of global trade and China's evolving role in international commerce.
Over the decades, the fair has grown alongside advances in manufacturing, technology and global business. New suppliers, a wider range of products and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and robotics, have become part of the fair. Improvements in organization and the growing professionalism of exhibitors have also shaped buyers' experiences.
But beyond the products and innovations on display, the Canton Fair remains a place where businesses meet, explore opportunities and build connections across borders. For international buyers who return year after year, the fair offers both a window into China's industrial development and a practical opportunity to discover new suppliers and products.
In this episode of "Quick Takes @ Canton Fair," buyers from different countries share their perspectives on the changes they have witnessed over the years and the reasons they continue to come back. Their experiences offer a glimpse into seven decades of transformation and the elements of the Canton Fair that have endured through changing times.
Reporter | Zeng Xiangxing
Video | Zeng Xiangxing
Poster | Zeng Xiangxing
