The 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) is currently underway in Beijing, running from July 16 to 20, 2025, and has established itself as a major event spotlighting the dynamics and future of global supply chains amidst rising challenges of tariff threats and protectionism. Under the theme “Connecting the World for a Shared Future,” this edition of CISCE underscores the vital need for inclusive international cooperation to sustain the fluidity and resilience of global supply chains in an increasingly interdependent economy.
Occupying a vast area of 120,000 square metres, the expo has attracted over 650 companies and institutions from 75 countries, regions, and international organisations, marking it as a key global platform for industry engagement. Around 35% of the participants are foreign entities, with significant representation from European and American firms. The event features an estimated 1,200 exhibitors, with Thailand and the Chinese provinces of Shandong and Guangdong honoured as special guests. Notably, more than 65% of exhibitors are Global Fortune 500 companies or industry leaders, reflecting the high calibre of participating businesses.
For the first time, the expo has expanded its scope to include six major industrial chains: advanced manufacturing, clean energy, smart vehicles, digital technology, healthy lifestyles, and green agriculture. A newly introduced “Innovation Chain” exhibition area focuses on accelerating the commercialisation of laboratory-developed technologies and integrating innovation seamlessly with industrial processes. This initiative aims to foster technological advancement within supply chains, promoting collaboration between research and industry.
Amid disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions and trade restrictions, the CISCE has positioned itself as a critical venue for reinforcing supply chain stability and openness. It aims to promote diversification, digitalisation, sustainability, and regional cooperation as mechanisms to remodel and strengthen the architecture of global supply chains. The expo advocates for an inclusive, mutually beneficial supply chain system that adapts to contemporary challenges while nurturing technological innovation.
Highlighting the event’s international significance, notable figures such as Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang are participating. Huang’s attendance at the opening ceremony and his scheduled media briefing underscore Nvidia’s strategic engagement with China’s supply chain ecosystem. Huang praised Chinese AI models from companies like Deepseek, Alibaba, and Tencent as “world class,” emphasising AI’s transformative role in supply chain management. His visit, the third to China this year, reflects Nvidia’s careful balancing act amid ongoing US-China geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding technology export controls. Nvidia recently resumed sales of its high-demand H20 AI chips to China, pending US government approval, and is developing a tailored RTX Pro GPU compliant with export regulations to satisfy Chinese clients. Huang also encouraged American enterprises to deepen ties with the Chinese market, reiterating its critical importance.
Chinese businesses continue to seize opportunities through the CISCE as well. In particular, multinational corporations like Apple are collaborating with Chinese suppliers to showcase innovations in smart manufacturing and green production. According to a senior official at the China Chamber of International Commerce, multinational corporations act as anchor companies, fostering resilience in global industrial and supply chains through mutually beneficial relationships with upstream and downstream partners worldwide.
The 3rd CISCE also features nearly 100 high-level events, a marked increase in scale and participation from previous years. A new “Debut Zone” will present global premieres of new products, ecosystems, and breakthrough technologies that drive cross-industry collaboration and innovation. Leading Chinese state-owned and private enterprises will exhibit advancements in green and digital transitions, including prominent companies from Zhejiang province such as Unitree Robotics, BrainCo, and Hikvision, representing China’s burgeoning AI industry chain.
By providing a platform for dialogue, trade, investment cooperation, and knowledge exchange, the China International Supply Chain Expo continues to serve as a vital public good in promoting the smooth operation and resilience of global supply chains. In an era marked by protectionist pressures and geopolitical uncertainties, the expo offers a unique venue for stakeholders worldwide to reconnect, innovate, and forge sustainable paths toward a more integrated and secure global supply system.
Source: Noah Wire Services
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