UN official: The CIIE reflects China's transformation from a world factory to a world market

"The CIIE is very critical to the development of global trade. This demonstrates China's determination to further open its doors and also reflects China's deep understanding of the importance of import and export trade."

On November 4, at the first China International Import Trade High-end Forum hosted by East China University of Science and Technology, Gonzalez, Director-General of the United Nations International Trade Center, praised China for hosting the world's first "import" expo. He also gave a speech on the theme of "Trade, Import Expo and SMEs".

Gonzalez believes that some people think that exports are good but imports are bad. This idea is very backward. "We should attach importance to both exports and imports. Imports are also a very important assistance to exports."

She said that at present, China has developed into the world's second largest economy. The CIIE reflects China's understanding of the importance of international trade, and also demonstrates China's transformation from a world factory to a world market. "More and more countries are willing to become China's import and export partners."

Gonzalez also believes that it is hoped that trade can reach 99% of the population, rather than a small part of the 1%. Small and medium-sized enterprises should also participate in the international trade of import and export. They are very important channels.

This time, more than 100 small and micro enterprises from Asia, Africa, and Latin America participated in the CIIE with funding from the United Nations International Trade Center. Gonzalez said that he not only has qualification support, but also helps them understand China, so that they can better communicate with potential Chinese buyers more efficiently. "The CIIE is definitely not over for a meeting. It should be a long-term platform and a long-term cooperative relationship."

This article is transferred from China Coal News Network

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