Global SMEs eye China at Guangzhou fair

The China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair (CISMEF) has served as a platform for international exhibitors to find global cooperation partners and tap into the huge Chinese market, according to international business people attending the 20th edition of the CISMEF in Guangzhou, the capital city of south China's industrial powerhouse of Guangdong Province.

Amongst participating foreign countries, Egypt, with the largest pavilion and the presence of more than 80 exhibiting companies, has not only presented exquisite handicrafts, but also displayed their advanced manufacturing technology.

Many foreign companies, which are participating in CISMEF for the first time, said they hope to use the event as an opportunity to explore markets around the world, especially the Chinese one.

This year's CISMEF has brought together more than 500 companies from more than 50 countries and regions around the world including Egypt, Canada and Spain. For the first time, it has set up exhibition areas dedicated to overseas home furnishings and overseas clothing culture.

Many innovative technologies have also been unveiled and new products have made their debut at the event.

At the fair, "ChinaSME", a dedicated service website, officially launched an "Overseas Services" section, with major functions of offering companies with assistance in seeking business opportunities, obtaining information and programs, and matchmaking with industrial parks and institutions.

The 20th CISMEF opened on Friday and will last through Monday.

The annual China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair is currently the country's largest and most prestigious international event, specifically designed to serve SMEs in China.