Chongqing Int'l Consumer Products Expo 2024 highlights top domestic and global products

The Second Chongqing International Consumer Products Expo 2024 and Meet Sichuan & Chongqing Procurement Fair were held at Chongqing International Convention & Exhibition Center from September 20 to 22.

The expo, which spanned 30,000 square meters, hosted participants from 50 countries, 20 provincial regions, and over ten global brands and featured thousands of international products.

The Second Chongqing International Consumer Products Expo 2024 and Meet Sichuan & Chongqing · International Procurement Fair was held in Chongqing. (Photo/Event Organizer)

This year's expo included international participants from Canada, Belarus, Japan, Russia, South Korea, Singapore, Afghanistan, Bulgaria, Malaysia, Thailand, etc. It also featured representation from 20 Chinese provinces and over 10 Fortune 500 companies.

Consulates from countries such as Australia, Israel, Austria, Nepal, Pakistan, Chile, and others displayed their unique products, ranging from Belarusian chocolate to Nepalese high mountain tea.

Exhibits covered diverse categories, including imported food, health items, wine, and skincare products, catering to varied consumer preferences.

"This is my second time attending the expo in Chongqing," said an exhibitor from Iran. "We've showcased our country's products across China, and Chongqing is an excellent place to do so. It's a potential market."

Their booth features carpets, scarves, and vases with exotic appeal, all imported directly from the country of origin. This attracts many visitors eager to explore and inquire.

"The quality is impressive. You can feel the high-end materials, and the prices are competitive," noted one visitor.

A Chongqing citizen asked for details on the Iran-made product. (Photo/Chen Zhan)

Meanwhile, international organizations collaborated to enhance global partnerships at the event, such as the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency, Enterprise Singapore, the Ministry of SMEs and Startups of Korea, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, and the Chongqing Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export.

The expo highlighted the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle by showcasing a wealth of resources from Sichuan, including Meishan, Luzhou, Dazhou, and Deyang. Numerous local innovative brands were featured, covering diverse categories such as food, clothing, beauty, home furnishings, electronics, sporting goods, and outdoor camping equipment.

Meanwhile, local specialties from other Chinese provinces were prominently displayed, including Ningxia's red wine and wolfberry, Xining's yak meat and highland barley wine, and Hainan's coconut cake.

The expo showcased characteristic products across China. (Photo/Event organizer)

An international consumption center is a crucial feature of any modern metropolis. In recent years, Chongqing has focused on becoming a top destination for international brands and a global hub for consumer goods.

By attracting numerous cross-border e-commerce brands and establishing international commodity distribution centers, the city has significantly enhanced its consumer offerings and globalized its local market.

Over the past three years, Chongqing has nurtured over 2,000 international and domestic brands, revitalizing the consumer landscape. The International Consumer Products Expo provided a valuable opportunity for citizens to explore special products and brands from around the world, meeting diverse consumer needs at competitive prices.

This event highlights the richness of international offerings and emphasizes Chongqing's commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive consumer marketplace.