file pic Over the past 40 years of reform and opening-up, China has adhered to the basic national policy of opening-up, and started a great journey of common development with the world. Now, to further open the Chinese market and expand imports, China is holding the China International Import Expo (CIIE), the world’s first import-themed national-level exhibition.
Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with representatives of foreign entrepreneurs attending the first China International Import Expo in Shanghai, east China, Nov. 5, 2018.
Chinese President Xi Jinping takes group photos with foreign leaders before the opening ceremony of the first China International Import Expo in Shanghai, east China, Nov. 5, 2018.
SHANGHAI, Nov. 5 (Xinhua) -- China will capitalize on the important role of Shanghai and surrounding areas in opening up, President Xi Jinping said Monday.