Canton Fair in Guangzhou is a major platform for China's foreign trade. [Photo/WeChat account: rugaofabu]

The 137th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) opened on April 15 in Guangzhou, bringing together businesses and buyers from around the world. This year, 28 foreign trade companies from Rugao are showcasing their products across 57 booths.

The Rugao section features a wide range of products, including home appliances, consumer electronics, information technology, machinery and mechanical components, bicycles, lighting products, tools, hardware, building and decoration materials, furniture, household items, outdoor spa equipment, toys, as well as men's and women's apparel and accessories. Additionally, it features sports and leisure products, home textiles, and textile raw materials. This extensive selection caters to a variety of consumer needs and preferences.

As a key platform for China's foreign trade and international cooperation, the Canton Fair offers Rugao enterprises an important opportunity to demonstrate their strengths, expand their brand influence, and build global partnerships.

By the end of last year, Rugao had 932 foreign trade enterprises. Among them, 262 had annual exports exceeding 10 million yuan ($1.37 million), 53 surpassed 100 million yuan, and four exceeded 1 billion yuan, reflecting the city's strong export performance.