The China Import and Export Fair, commonly referred to as Canton Fair, represents one of the grandest events on the global trade calendar. Since 1957 when its first edition took place in Guangzhou China, this biannual fair has expanded into an enormous platform for both imports and exports from across industries - featuring products from numerous sectors every spring and autumn respectively. Co-hosted by both Ministry of Commerce of People's Republic of China (PRC) as well as People's Government of Guangdong Province; organizational efforts provided by China Foreign Trade Centre; every spring/autumn event hosted from Guangzhou by these entities with organizational efforts by China Foreign Trade Centre being responsible for planning efforts.

The coming 135th Canton Fair will mark another important moment in its long and distinguished history. Set for spring 2024 and hosted in Guangzhou's sprawling Canton Fair Complex, this edition promises to build on past traditions by encouraging international trade and business interactions. Carefully organized into three phases that each focus on specific industries or products so attendees can efficiently navigate and maximize participation at this global trade event.