China Gifts

Shopping in China brings you the stories, products, and lifestyle trends shaping modern China.

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Will Butler-Adams, CEO of Brompton Bicycle Limited, shared his perspective on "beautiful consumerism" in an interview, emphasizing that high-quality products are worthy investments. He revealed that two Fire Horse Brompton bikes were gifted by the British Prime Minister during the latter's recent China visit, highlighting the role of quality products in bilateral exchanges. @Will_Brompton

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Guangzhou's consumer market surged in Q1, with total retail sales of consumer goods up 6.6% to 309.2 billion yuan ($45.2 billion), leading China's five international consumption center cities. In Guangzhou, strong policy support and dynamic events fueled growth. Trade-in programs for autos, appliances and digital products drove over 10 billion yuan in sales, while e-invoice incentives and Quality Guangdong Products campaigns boosted participation. Citywide initiatives like the New Eight Consumption Scenes of Yangcheng, dining coupons, and 1,000+ integrated events linked festivals, sports and exhibitions. Improved visa-free transit, tax refunds and payment services also lifted inbound spending, reinforcing Guangzhou's global consumption appeal. @iGuangdong

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China's OPPO launched two flagship smartphones in Chengdu, Sichuan province on April 21 — the travel-photography focused Find X9s Pro and the professional pocket Hasselblad Find X9 Ultra. The company said the devices push mobile imaging to new heights and unlock a new era of travel photography, while maintaining the same flagship pricing for the year. @oppo

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UK influencer Joe Burns and Nigeria's Oluwabunmi Jimoh explored Tunxi Old Street in Huangshan, Anhui province, sampling Huizhou cuisine and discovering traditional crafts like lacquerware, writing brushes and She inkstones, while also experiencing the heritage of Xin'an medicine in Anhui. @DiscoverAnhui @AnhuiExplore

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In Beijing, World Book Day 📚 brings the city into a reading mood.
The 2026 Spring Book Fair runs from April 18 to May 17 — Beijing's first large-scale cultural event centered on physical bookstores. Over 2,000 bookstores take part across four venues: Chaoyang Park, Nanyuan Forest Wetland Park, Shougang Industrial Heritage Park and the Old Summer Palace.
With 500+ events across the city, including Longfu Temple and other landmarks, books move into parks, heritage sites and everyday urban spaces — making reading part of the city experience. @SpotlightBJ

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In Yiwu, Zhejiang ⚽📦 football-themed accessories are attracting growing attention from global buyers as international football excitement continues to build around a major upcoming tournament in North America. Orders for related products are steadily increasing, reflecting the strong momentum of sports-related consumption in China's small commodities market. @izhejiang

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Greg Jackson, founder and CEO of Octopus Energy Group, shared his love for Chinese products during an interview with China Daily website in Beijing recently, noting that the car he drives back in Britain is actually a BYD SEAL.

He praised China as a global export powerhouse and highlighted the charm of Chinese baijiu, electronics, and food. When it comes to British gifts for Chinese friends, he said he would bring Scotch whisky, Fortnum & Mason tea, and octopus plush toys. @OctopusEnergy

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"We read to know we are not alone."

In #China's libraries, reading is a shared interest across all ages. Grandparents guide, parents read, and children explore side by side.

This year's national reading week, running from April 20 to 26, will feature a series of events to ignite a passion for reading in all. #WorldsOfWords

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"There are many little ways to enlarge your child's world. Love of books is the best of all."

In #China, a love for books often starts before school begins. Nationwide, families and educators encourage young readers every day.

This year's national reading week, running from April 20 to 26, will feature a series of events to ignite a passion for reading in all, regardless of age. #WorldsOfWords

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"Read, read, read."

A construction site, a sidewalk stall, a quiet library corner — reading happens everywhere. In #China, the desire to learn is never stopped by place or profession.

This year's national reading week, running from April 20 to 26, will feature a series of events to ignite a passion for reading across society. #WorldsOfWords

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What happens when a Chinese reporter meets a Russian girl who has called Hainan home for 11 years at the China International Consumer Products Expo? She becomes the reporter's very own "foreign tour guide". Click to join their journey — and see what "openness and sharing" really look like. @HainanFTPChina @ExploreHaikou @HainanToday

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What does it look like to live a truly global life — in a single day? Well, at the 6th China International Consumer Products Expo, over 60 countries and regions came together to showcase the world's most diverse lifestyles and inspirations.
Xia Ji and Siqi took up the challenge. Singapore curry fish balls for breakfast, Uruguayan steak for lunch, a Czech necklace, a Mongolian hat, an Uzbekistan scarf — all within a day at the expo.

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At this year's China International Consumer Products Expo, China Daily's Xia Ji met a group of foreign attendees. What brought them here? And what made them want to do business, build partnerships, and even settle down here? Click to find out!

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China's catering revenue rose 4.2% year-on-year to 1.46 trillion yuan ($213.9 billion) in Q1, accounting for 11.5% of total retail sales, highlighting its key role in driving consumption. Seasonal demand has fueled growth, with businesses tapping into the "spring economy" through themed menus and outdoor dining.
From camping-style hotpot pop-ups to floral- and fruit-inspired drinks, brands are blending food with leisure and scenery. Pop-up stalls in scenic areas are also boosting foot traffic, as experiential dining continues to reshape consumer trends.

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Grain Rain· Xinyang: As rain births a hundred grains, tea leaves unfurl.

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The world's largest snack store has opened in Changsha, Hunan, earning a Guinness World Records title. Covering 12,000 square meters — about 30 basketball courts — Snack Kingdom offers over 35,000 products, with one-third imported from about 70 countries and regions. From Chinese favorites like spicy strips to global treats such as Hokkaido chocolates and Russian candies, it's a true snack paradise. At one item per day, it would take nearly 96 years to try them all.
Beyond its massive scale, the store delivers an immersive, interactive retail experience. Shoppers can explore themed zones like the Snack Corridor, Instant Noodle City, Beverage Town, Global Snack Station, and Snack Museum. @ChangshaCity

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It takes up to nine years for a Lanzhou lily to grow from bulb to harvest. Grown at elevations above 2,000 meters in Lanzhou, Gansu province, it is widely regarded as China's only edible sweet lily, valued for its ability to relieve coughs and dryness. It is now exported to countries and regions including Japan, South Korea, the United States and Southeast Asia. Researchers are using laboratory techniques to improve quality and shorten its long growth cycle. @ExploreGansu @This_is_Gansu @ThisisLanzhou

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At the 6th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) in Haikou, Ramel Francois Felix from a winemaking cooperative called Les Vignerons du Castelas, expressed his enthusiastic appreciation for the event.
He praised the expo for its superb organization and the significant visitor volume, which gave exhibitors a fantastic platform to showcase their products and network.
This international gathering not only drew global attention but also opened countless business opportunities for the exhibitors. @HainanFTPChina @HainanToday

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In Nanshishan Village of Luoyang, Henan province, artisans still make Tang Sancai (tricolored glazed pottery), a 1,300-year-old craft passed down through generations.
In recent years, it has also become popular as small creative items to buy and take home, including zodiac designs, cartoon-style figures, and collectible pieces. This year, the Year of the Horse designs stand out with their cute, rounded look and strong appeal as souvenirs and gifts. @i_luoyang @HenanWonderful @Visit_Henan

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The 43rd Weifang International Kite Festival and 2026 Weifang Kite Carnival will kick off on April 18 in Weifang, Shandong province, turning the skies into a vibrant spectacle. Alongside the kite displays, spring consumption activities will combine online and offline experiences across commerce, tourism, sports, and agriculture. A trade fair, a product expo, and a food festival will also run in parallel, showcasing local specialties and boosting consumption momentum. @iShandong