Canton Fair

China No. 1 Fair. A Bond of Friendship, A Bridge for Trade.

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

The 139th Canton Fair successfully concluded. While the fair may be over, its brilliance knows no bounds. The pre-registration for overseas buyers of the Canton Fair will open all year round. No more waiting, register anytime, anywhere! We cordially invite global buyers to plan your trip in advance and join the 140th Canton Fair!
Pre-registration for overseas buyers is open. Visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register： https://t.co/w9coQ2uUYs

[China Xinhua News @XHNews]

Officials from China and the African Union (AU) have emphasized the significance of the China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, in connecting African businesses with global buyers, investors, technology partners, and new commercial opportunities https://t.co/J7RLicI6Tr

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

140th Canton Fair Begins Global Roadshow with African Union as Its First Stop

Pre-registration for overseas buyers is open. Visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register： https://t.co/3JezPJZXQX

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

Sign up now for the 140th Canton Fair
Promotion Conference in Algeria

Dear Friends of the Algerian Business Community,
The 140th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will grandly open on October 15, 2026. To help Algerian enterprises learn about the latest business opportunities, we are holding a promotion conference in Istanbul on 29 July. We sincerely invite you to join us. The event venue and detailed agenda will be updated and sent to your reserved email address in the coming weeks. Please stay tuned.

Highlights:
- Get the latest highlights and industry information about the Canton Fair.
- Listen to in-depth interpretation of China-Algeria economic and trade cooperation opportunities.
Please click the link, or scan the QR code to register in advance:
https://t.co/mkodvjxGx7

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

Sign up now for the 140th Canton Fair
Promotion Conference in Türkiye

Dear Friends of the Turkish Business Community,
The 140th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will grandly open on October 15, 2026. To help Turkish enterprises learn about the latest business opportunities, we are holding a promotion conference in Istanbul on 28 July. We sincerely invite you to join us. The event venue and detailed agenda will be updated and sent to your reserved email address in the coming weeks. Please stay tuned.

Highlights:
- Get the latest highlights and industry information about the Canton Fair.
- Listen to in-depth interpretation of China-Türkiye economic and trade cooperation opportunities.
Please click the link, or scan the QR code to register in advance:
https://t.co/fj2QupsmXI

[China Mission to the AU @ChinatoAU]

Welcome to the Briefing on the 140th #China Import and Export Fair(#CantoFair) in Medium Conference Hall of the #AfricanUnion

[China Mission to the AU @ChinatoAU]

Amb. Jiang Feng stressed that #CantonFair is a key platform for #China-#Africa trade cooperation, helping more African products enter the Chinese and global markets and creating new opportunities for industrialization and development.

[China Mission to the AU @ChinatoAU]

Amb. Moussa Mohamed Omar @moussagora50 expressed the AU Commission’s support for the #CantonFair and called on African countries to seize the opportunities and make full use of the platform and its mechanisms to advance development.

[China Mission to the AU @ChinatoAU]

At the @_AfricanUnion Headquarters in #AddisAbaba , speakers highlighted the #CantonFair’s role in deepening #China-#Africa cooperation and promoting shared development. As many participants noted, “If you want to walk fast, walk alone. If you want to walk far, walk together.”

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

Today marks the 100-day countdown to the 140th Canton Fair – and we’re excited to unveil our exclusive emblem and official key visual.

Overseas buyer pre-registration is now open year-round. Please visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register: https://t.co/IZ6ifVWKuK

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

The 139th Canton Fair successfully concluded. While the fair may be over, its brilliance knows no bounds. The pre-registration for overseas buyers of the Canton Fair will open all year round. No more waiting, register anytime, anywhere! We cordially invite global buyers to plan your trip in advance and join the 140th Canton Fair!
Pre-registration for overseas buyers is open. Visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register： https://t.co/w9coQ2uUYs

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

【120-Day Countdown】Celebrating 70th Anniversary:
See You at the Canton Fair in October

As dragon boats cut through the waves, the 140th Canton Fair draws near. Seventy years ago, the Canton Fair set sail. Since then, veteran buyers have remained deeply connected through the decades.

Canton Fair, Lasting Bonds
Since its launch on May 9, the "In Search of Shared Memories" campaign for the 140th Canton Fair has received an enthusiastic response from veteran buyers worldwide. We are thrilled to have 274 buyers from 61 countries and regions sign up so far. Many buyers have also shared treasured mementos, from badges to historic photos, reliving their cherished journey with the Canton Fair.

Moments Shared, Memories Made
Each item carries memories across time, and each photo tells a story of enduring ties with the Canton Fair. These keepsakes from different eras stand as a testament to 70 years of shared history, reflecting deep affection and lasting trust.

Across distances, we stay connected. Across the globe, we share one hope. Marking its 70th year, the Canton Fair is setting sail on a new journey. We warmly invite partners worldwide to gather this October and write the next chapter of our cooperation.

Overseas buyer pre-registration is now open year-round. Please visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register:
Overseas buyer pre-registration is now open year-round. Please visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register: https://t.co/w9coQ2uUYs

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

Celebrating the Canton Fair's 70th Anniversary
See you at the Canton Fair in October!

Overseas buyer pre-registration is now open year-round. Please visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register: https://t.co/3JezPJZXQX

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

Sign up now for the 140th Canton Fair
Promotion Conference in Switzerland

Dear Friends of the Swiss Business Community,

The 140th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will grandly open on October 15, 2026. To help Swiss enterprises learn about the latest business opportunities, we are holding a promotion conference in Zurich on 10 July, with a live stream of the meeting available online. We sincerely invite you to join us either onsite or online.

Highlights:
- Get the latest highlights and industry information about the Canton Fair.
- Listen to in-depth interpretation of China-Switzerland economic and trade cooperation opportunities.
Time: July 10, 2026 (Friday), 10:00–11:30 (Zurich time)
Venue: Conference Room (Europa), Stampfenbachstrasse 85, 8006 Zurich

Please click the link, or scan the QR code to register in advance: https://t.co/2oq62kE8a8

Overseas buyer pre-registration is now open year-round. Please visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register: https://t.co/w9coQ2uUYs

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

Starting today, we’re launching “70 Years of Canton Fair: Voices Across Time”, a special series celebrating the people and moments behind the Canton Fair.
Through these stories, hear the voices that have grown alongside the Fair and shared its journey through the decades.
In our first episode, we tell the story of two Canton Fair Veteran Buyers—Li Huan and Li Zhifeng—and their enduring connection with this global trade event.
Pre-registration for overseas buyers is open. Visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register： https://t.co/w9coQ2uUYs

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

【140-Day Countdown】Frames of Time | Share Your Canton Fair Story for the 70th Anniversary

Time leaves its traces, light and shadow preserve the story

From 1957 to 2026

The Canton Fair has traveled through 70 springs and autumns

Keeping pace with the times, always fresh and innovative

The history of the Canton Fair

Is the history of China's foreign trade in miniature

A history of China's continuous opening up and integration into the world economy

Written by countless people with their footsteps, dedication, and trust

A shared answer to the call of the times

At this moment, with 140 days to the 140th session

We extend a special invitation to you——

Turn your Canton Fair footprints

Into the most cherished memories of the 140th Session

【Call for Contributions】

📸 Images

Early pavilion views, grand event scenes, trade negotiation moments, photos from your attendance, traces of product upgrades, on-site service captures, smiling faces......

Every image stirs the heart.

🎖️ Objects & Memorabilia
Faded badges, early commemorative pins, treasured certificates of honor, signed trade contracts, representative product samples, historical correspondence, objects that carry memories......

Each item is a vessel of time across space.

🎞️ Video Footage

Reenactments of exhibition scenes, handshakes at the negotiation table, bustling halls, smiles of meeting Chinese and international business people, records of deals closed......

Every frame captures a living moment.

📖 Personal Stories
The thrill of first-time visit, the joy of the first signed deal, heartwarming moments, perseverance through challenges, family legacies spanning generations......

Every story shines a warm light.

【Submission Channels】

Images
Click here to upload

📧Objects & Memorabilia / Video Footage / Personal Stories
Send to: [email protected]
Email subject line:
[Images] / [Objects & Memorabilia] / [Video Footage] / [Personal Story] + Your Name +
Contact Info

【Submission Requirements】

Images

File size ≤ 10MB

For printed old photos, please scan and upload

Include a description within 200 characters (time, place, people, event)

Objects & Memorabilia

Provide clear, multi-angle photos (each ≤ 2MB)

Include a description within 500 characters (year, origin, purpose, story)

After initial selection, we will contact you to discuss physical delivery or digital capture

Video Footage: MP4, MOV or other common formats

Resolution no lower than 720P

Length preferably within 5 minutes

For precious footage, no resolution or length restrictions. Include a description within 300 characters (shooting time, background, people, event, etc.)

Personal Stories: Submit as Word document, relevant images may be attached (each image ≤ 2MB). At the end, please indicate author's name, contact information, and relationship to the Canton Fair (e.g., exhibitor, buyer, etc.).

Once submitted, you grant permission to China Foreign Trade Centre and Nanfang Daily to use the work (including digital versions of objects, video, text) for modification, online publication, photobook printing, newspaper/magazine publishing, online/offline promotion, exhibition display, etc. (Original ownership of physical objects remains with the submitter; if borrowing is needed, a separate agreement will be signed.)

Submission deadline: June 30, 2026.

We look forward to joining hands with you,

To salvage fragments of time——

With light and shadow as prelude, with objects as proof

With video as window, with stories as bridge

Merging individual sparks, industry milestones, and the tide of the era

Freeze-frame the grace of China's opening up

Engrave China's resolute footsteps towards the world

We sincerely invite every participant, witness, and contributor

To send us your time capsules and co-author the 70year chapter

【Contact】

Domestic hotline

4000-888-999

Overseas hotline

(8620)28-888-999

Pre-registration for overseas buyers is open. Visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register： https://t.co/w9coQ2uUYs

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

Canton Fair is Looking for You!
—A Call for Canton Fair Veteran Buyers

70 Years Together, Celebrating the 140th Session | A Call for Canton Fair Veteran Buyers!

Since its launch in 1957, the Canton Fair has forged lasting bonds with global buyers across decades. Every cross-continental journey for this annual gathering has woven precious, heartfelt memories shared by all.
Built on decades of trust and companionship, with friendships lasting half a century. We sincerely invite every Veteran Buyer to share your valuable attendance experiences, join us in celebrating the milestone 140th Session, revisit cherished memories, and continue writing new chapters together!

Who Can Apply
Buyers who have attended a total of 30 or more sessions of the Canton Fair (Self-nomination is welcome, and you may also recommend qualified family members, friends, or colleagues.)
How to Apply
✅ Online Submission: Please click on the link, fill in your full name, contact details (email & phone), buyer badge ID, total sessions attended, and upload supporting evidence (including but not limited to photos of previous buyers' credentials or proof of identity, historical attendance photos or transaction records, etc.).
https://t.co/B0hdi61zGY
✅ Authorized Submission: Eligible guests unable to submit personally may have family members, colleagues or friends submit materials on your behalf through online submission.
⏰ Application Deadline: June 15, 2026

Exclusive Privileges
Canton Fair veteran buyers who have attended a total of 40 or more sessions will receive special treatment and a warm surprise on-site if you attend the 140th Canton Fair. Relevant arrangements will be notified in due course. Details will be announced later!
Contact for Inquiries
Email: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

For more information, please visit: https://t.co/CwN4yy8Krw
Pre-registration for overseas buyers is open. Visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register： https://t.co/3JezPJZXQX

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

【CF Award】In Conversation with Canton Fair Design Award-winning Enterprises: Exploring the New Journey of Original Chinese Design
Empowering commercial value through innovative design, helping enterprises enhance brand influence and expand into global markets.

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Canton Fair Through Buyers' Eyes
The Fair: Departure Anew
Pre-registration for overseas buyers is open. Visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register： https://t.co/3JezPJZXQX

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

Canton Fair Through Buyers’ Eyes
The Fair: Profiting from Innovation
Pre-registration for overseas buyers is open. Visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register： https://t.co/3JezPJZXQX

[Canton Fair @cantonfair]

The 140th Canton Fair "In Search of Shared Memories" —A Call for Canton Fair Veteran Buyers

70 Years Together, Celebrating the 140th Session | A Call for Canton Fair Veteran Buyers!

Since its launch in 1957, the Canton Fair has forged lasting bonds with global buyers across decades. Every cross-continental journey for this annual gathering has woven precious, heartfelt memories shared by all.
Built on decades of trust and companionship, with friendships lasting half a century. We sincerely invite every Veteran Buyer to share your valuable attendance experiences, join us in celebrating the milestone 140th Session, revisit cherished memories, and continue writing new chapters together!

Who Can Apply
Buyers who have attended a total of 30 or more sessions of the Canton Fair (Self-nomination is welcome, and you may also recommend qualified family members, friends, or colleagues.)
How to Apply
✅ Online Submission: Please click on the link, fill in your full name, contact details (email & phone), buyer badge ID, total sessions attended, and upload supporting evidence (including but not limited to photos of previous buyers' credentials or proof of identity, historical attendance photos or transaction records, etc.).
https://t.co/B0hdi61zGY
✅ Authorized Submission: Eligible guests unable to submit personally may have family members, colleagues or friends submit materials on your behalf through online submission.
⏰ Application Deadline: June 15, 2026

Exclusive Privileges
Canton Fair veteran buyers who have attended a total of 40 or more sessions will receive special treatment and a warm surprise on-site if you attend the 140th Canton Fair. Relevant arrangements will be notified in due course. Details will be announced later!
Contact for Inquiries
Email: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]

Pre-registration for overseas buyers is open. Visit the Canton Fair official website or APP to pre-register： https://t.co/w9coQ2uUYs