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Kao deepens China ties with localized innovation at CIIE

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Atsushi Sumiya, president of Kao Commercial (Shanghai) Co Ltd, shares his insights on the company’s business in the Chinese market at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai in November. [Photo provided to China Daily] Japanese consumer goods giant Kao Corp is stepping up its localization efforts in China, using this year’s China International Import…

Pfizer showcases leading skin disease treatments at CIIE

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Liu Jing, general manager of Pfizer China’s Inflammation and Immunology business, speaks at the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai on Thursday. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Pfizer highlighted its latest dermatology portfolio at the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, underscoring its commitment to advancing skin health and innovation in China’s growing dermatology…

Bayer chairman bullish on China’s opportunities for growth

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Bill Anderson, chairman of the Board of Management of Bayer AG. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] As a landmark event that symbolizes China’s dedication to global trade, the China International Import Expo provides an inspiring platform for businesses from all over the world to showcase their innovations, engage with Chinese consumers and partners in various areas,…

World Bank expert: AI technology can aid farmers

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AI can provide customized advice for farmers, enabling users to seek agricultural knowhow through chat interfaces on mobile application about “how to change and apply fertilizer according to the conditions at that point of time,” said Parmesh Shah, the global lead of Data-driven Digital Agriculture of World Bank during the 2025 World Internet Conference Wuzhen…

ABB expands sustainability efforts at the CIIE

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This photo taken on Oct 29, 2025 shows the south square of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the main venue for the eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE), in East China’s Shanghai. [Photo/Xinhua] The 8th China International Import Expo opened with an upbeat tone, highlighting China’s continued push for high-level opening-up, said Gu…

Self-driving firm Pony.ai in Hong Kong Stock Exchange first

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Self-driving company Pony.ai makes its debut on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Thursday. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Self-driving company Pony.ai, which is headquartered on the Chinese mainland, made its debut on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Thursday, issuing approximately 48.25 million shares. Total proceeds are…

China-Europe cooperation achieves economic breakthroughs at Financial Street Forum

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Yao Jing, ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the Kingdom of Spain and the Principality of Andorra, delivers a speech in Madrid during this year’s Annual Conference of Financial Street Forum. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] The recently concluded Annual Conference of the Financial Street Forum marked a milestone by incorporating…

Multinational firms unveil China strategies and investments at CIIE

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Gnosis, the human nutrition and health division of French biotechnology leader Lesaffre Group, unveils its new global brand image and announces its deepened global and China strategies at the eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Recognizing the ongoing China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai as a globally prominent…

Starbucks sells major China biz stake to Boyu

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Consumers seen at a Starbucks store in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, on Sept 9. LONG WEI/FOR CHINA DAILY Starbucks Coffee Co announced on Tuesday that it has sold a majority stake in its China business to Boyu Capital, a leading Chinese investment firm, forming a joint venture that will operate Starbucks’ retail operations in the country.…

Haier Group promotes AI in healthcare at Shanghai expo

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The Haier Group has used the 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai to highlight the country’s growing capacity for homegrown medical innovation as well as making the case for the greater integration of artificial intelligence into healthcare services. Participating in the expo for the sixth year running, Haier’s healthcare unit Incaier presented more than…