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Guangxi Seeks More Foreign Investment at China Import Expo
At the ninth China International Import Expo in Shanghai, Guangxi invited overseas businesses to invest in the region.
Guangxi presented products from 47 companies and showcased the Pinglu Canal, which is expected to create a new route for goods entering China.
The region is promoting the canal and its links to Southeast Asia as ways to reach markets in southwest China and ASEAN.
Business representatives from Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States and France discussed possible trade, logistics and industrial projects.
Guangxi also wants foreign companies to help develop industries including metals, artificial intelligence, electric vehicles and batteries.
Companies are considering visits and projects in Guangxi, while the region says it hopes to build stronger trade and investment ties with global partners.
Guangxi used the ninth China International Import Expo in Shanghai to invite global businesses to increase investment in the region.
The region presented more than 100 products from 47 companies under the theme “Developing Strength Through the Sea.”
Guangxi also promoted the Pinglu Canal and organized business meetings, including an investment event focused on ASEAN.
Businesses from Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States and France expressed interest in opportunities in Guangxi.
Guangxi officials said they hope to develop industries and strengthen economic cooperation with ASEAN.
- Who
- Guangxi officials and businesses from several countries and regions taking part in the expo.
- What
- Guangxi showcased products and promoted investment opportunities, including those linked to the Pinglu Canal.
- When
- During the ninth China International Import Expo, reported on November 7, 2026.
- Where
- Shanghai, China.
- Why
- Guangxi aims to attract investment and share opportunities linked to the Pinglu Canal and trade with ASEAN.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
An Australian capital investment company has exhibited at the China International Import Expo and says sales of its agricultural products in China have steadily increased.
Guangxi presented products from 47 companies and held business-matching and investment-promotion events.
- Expo
- Ninth China International Import Expo
- Exhibitors
- 47 Guangxi companies
- Products
- More than 100
- Location
- Shanghai
- Investment event
- Invest in Guangxi, Face ASEAN” matchmaking event
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What people are saying
We hope in the future to use Guangxi’s geographical advantages to sell more products to the vast market in southwest China.
We will explore establishing cross-border trade, digital economy and health supply-chain projects in Guangxi.
We hope global businesses will join Guangxi in writing a new chapter in the development of the maritime economy.