The Global Cooperation Zone at the previous CIFIT. [Photo provided to chinafair.org.cn]

The 26th China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT) will be held at the Xiamen International Expo Center from Sept 8 to 11 this year, with a total exhibition area of 200,000 square meters.

The financial zone will be expanded from 10,000 to 25,000 sq m, and the capital project matchmaking area will double in size.

The fair has emphasized its two‑way investment focus, reinforcing its role as a flagship "Invest in China" event while also enlarging the pavilion for Chinese outbound investment.

Special exhibition zones will be set up for AI, biotechnology, and new energy, putting the spotlight on the most dynamic growth sectors.

The Global Cooperation Zone, located in Hall 6, will showcase business environments, specialized industries, cutting-edge technologies, and key overseas cooperation projects. More than 30 countries and regions, including Finland, Germany, and Italy, have already confirmed their participation. International organizations and Chinese companies with overseas operations will highlight their contributions to global development, with a special focus on the healthcare and coffee industries.

The General Administration of Customs plans to set up a booth at the fair to showcase its "Smart Customs" initiatives, inviting leading enterprises to demonstrate innovations in intelligent customs clearance and share cutting-edge practices from industries such as aviation maintenance.

A dedicated promotion and roadshow area will be set up within the exhibition zone, utilizing the "Hailian Reception Hall" brand to host multiple promotional events that will spotlight key regions for outbound investment.