The 4th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) commenced on July 21 at Chongqing International Expo Center and Chongqing Yuelai International Convention Center. Seizing the opportunity organized by the Department of Commerce of Yunnan Province, Honghe Prefecture actively promoted local industrial development, expanded investment attraction achievements, and hosted a comprehensive thematic promotion conference to provide service support for building, supplementing, extending, and strengthening key industrial chains, yielding substantial results. Under the theme "Joining Hands with the West for a Brighter Future," the 4th WCIFIT centered on national strategies such as the Belt and Road Initiative, Yangtze River Economic Belt development, the Western Development Campaign, and Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle construction, focusing on advancing high-level openness and high-quality development in western China. Through a hybrid online-offline format, the event featured multiple forums, major project signings, and trade activities, alongside the concurrent China (Chongqing) Cross-Border E-Commerce Trade Fair. During the fair, the Honghe delegation conducted field visits to enterprises including Jinke Smart Services Group Co., Ltd., Chongqing Banan Highway Logistics Base, Dalong Network Technology Co., Ltd., and Chongqing Polycomp International Corporation. On July 21, Honghe Prefecture organized an industrial investment promotion symposium in Chongqing, inviting globally renowned enterprises, industry leaders, and central state-owned enterprises. The prefecture delivered targeted presentations on its competitive advantages to consular institutions of Vietnam and Italy in Chongqing, as well as 35 associations and enterprises. Onsite strategic cooperation agreements were signed with seven companies, namely Kaili Xiaoshengyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd., Chongqing Agricultural Investment Group Meat Food Co., Ltd., and South Asia Future (Chongqing) Group Co., Ltd. Source: Upstream News (www.cqcb.com)

On July 22, the 4th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) commenced in Chongqing. As the municipality's sole "Charming District" participant, Jiangbei District showcased alongside other provinces and municipalities, achieving remarkable results by signing 35 key projects totaling RMB49.2 billion in investment. Jiangbei Pavillion at the 4th WCIFIT. Photograph courtesy of Jiangbei News On July 22, Jiangbei District signed four major projects at the Signing of Key Projects of WCIFIT, including the Chengtong Guohe Project, the BlueChi (Chongqing) Private Equity Investment Partnership Enterprise (Limited Partnership) Project under the SME Development Fund, the Strategic Cooperation Project between Jiangbei District and JD Group, and the China Headquarters Project of Singapore Royal Emerald Realty Pte. Ltd., with a total investment of RMB7.35 billion. Among these, Singapore Royal Emerald Realty Pte. Ltd. will invest RMB1.35 billion to introduce an art-fashion luxury hotel highlighting Chongqing's mountain-city culture, develop a comprehensive cultural-tourism performance complex, and launch the first Chinese outlets of the century-old coffee brand WARUNG TINGGI and the renowned Indonesian cuisine brand MANDEH. Jiangbei Urban Landscape. Photograph courtesy of Jiangbei District Party Committee Publicity Department The same day, Jiangbei independently hosted the "Charming District · Fashionable Jiangbei" Major Investment Project Signing Ceremony at the Jiangbeizui International Fashion Center. Attendees included Fortune Global 500 giants like CREC, Sinopec, and JD Group, with 31 projects spanning 10 sectors: IT services, modern finance, manufacturing, construction, education, high-end commerce, cultural tourism & healthcare, among others. Combined with the four WCIFIT-signed projects, Jiangbei secured RMB49.2 billion during this WCIFIT edition. Notably, the signed projects demonstrated three distinctive characteristics: large-scale financial sector projects, numerous digital economy projects, and concentrated headquarters economy projects. ● Modern Finance: 7 projects (investment exceeding RMB8.2 billion) to amplify the core influence of Chongqing's Western Financial Center hub. ● Digital Economy: 11 IT service projects (total investment over RMB6.4 billion), reflecting Jiangbei's leadership in software and information services. ● Headquarters Economy: 5 projects (investment surpassing RMB16 billion). In recent years, Jiangbei District has consistently optimized its business environment by benchmarking against international standards, focusing on enterprise needs, and deepening reforms in "streamlining administration, delegating powers, and improving services". The district has implemented a package of policies including 10 measures to create "the most business-friendly district", with various facilitation measures being successively rolled out. In the first half of this year, the district achieved outstanding economic performance, recording a regional GDP of RMB75.33 billion with 5.5% growth. Source: Chongqing Release

Jiangjin Pavilion. Photograph courtesy of Li Bo Jiangjin Pavilion. The 4th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) is being held at Chongqing International Expo Center from July 21 to 24, where the Jiangjin Pavilion, spanning 468 square meters, is located in Hall N7 of the Investment and Trade Exhibition Area - the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle Construction Pavilion. The Jiangjin Pavilion features an innovative design centered on the vision of "high-quality development of 'Five Bases and One City'," comprising six thematic zones: a sci-tech innovation hub, an inland open frontier and land-port integrated logistics base, an advanced manufacturing base, a rural revitalization demonstration site, a leisure tourism destination, and a livable city. Each section adopts an open and transparent layout, incorporating high-tech elements such as sound, lighting, digital displays, and interactive screens to showcase Jiangjin's preliminary achievements in building the "Five Bases and One City." A highlight of the pavilion is the "Wisdom Tree" formed by interconnected LED screens at the atrium's ceiling and floor, symbolizing Jiangjin's high-quality development and enhancing the booth's visual impact with a futuristic, technologically sophisticated, and intelligent aesthetic. The entrance's design extended the district's initial letter "J," conveying Jiangjin's open attitude toward embracing the future and welcoming global investors. At the fair, Jiangjin showcases representative enterprises from sectors including sci-tech innovation, consumer goods, agricultural machinery, and tourism services, comprehensively demonstrating the district's superior investment environment and vast development potential. The exhibition underscores Jiangjin's pivotal role in the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle's development and its strategic position as a frontier for inland openness, highlighting the district's achievements in open economic development. The enterprises and products participating in this WCIFIT are meticulously selected, exemplifying Jiangjin's distinctive development characteristics and regional features. Over 30 enterprises showcase more than 40 products, ranging from high-tech and precision-engineered items such as drones, new materials, bionic sheep, fiber-optic gyro inertial navigation systems, and neural network cables, to renowned local specialties including grains and oils, alcoholic beverages, Sichuan peppercorns, and puffed rice candy. During the fair, Jiangjin signed two major projects totaling RMB2.8 billion in investment. East Genesis Tech Company Limited committed approximately RMB1 billion to lease about 10,000 square meters of standardized factory space within the Jiangjin Comprehensive Bonded Zone for establishing a liquid crystal module and assembly processing trade center. With a six-month construction period, the project is projected to achieve a monthly production capacity of 800,000 liquid crystal modules and assemblies at full operation. The raw materials will be primarily imported from globally recognized liquid crystal display panel suppliers such as BOE and AU Optronics in Hong Kong, then processed within the Comprehensive Bonded Zone through cutting, testing, and firmware programming procedures to manufacture finished LCD screens and assemblies for brands including Realme and Transsion. Heyou Solarenergy's 500,000-ton annual photovoltaic materials project, spanning 500 mu (approximately 33.3 hectares), had previously signed an investment agreement with Baisha Industrial Park on December 18, 2020, focusing on manufacturing photovoltaic module panels and backplanes. The project plans to utilize about 350 mu of designated land to construct sixteen 0.5GW photovoltaic module production lines, along with supporting facilities including an R&D center, public utility systems, and office buildings, representing a total investment of RMB1.8 billion yuan. At full capacity, the operation is expected to generate over RMB10 billion in annual output value, contribute more than RMB230 million in tax revenue, and consume approximately 38,000 tons of standard coal per year. Source: PEOPLE'S DAILY ONLINE (people.cn)

Kaizhou Pavilion The 4th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) is being held at Chongqing International Expo Center from July 21 to 24, where the Kaizhou Pavilion, themed "Land of Marshals and Lakes, Delightful Kaizhou," showcases the district's achievements in industrial development, investment attraction, and cultural tourism to accelerate the construction of a modern Kaizhou characterized by "One Core Pole, Two Major Hubs, and Three Functional Zones." Located in Hall N7 (Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle Construction Pavilion) with an area of 210 square meters, the Kaizhou Pavilion primarily displays the latest cooperation achievements between Chengdu and Chongqing as well as key node cities. The exhibition layout is divided into three sections: "Flavorful Kaizhou," "Delightful Kaizhou," and "Open Kaizhou." The "Open Kaizhou" section highlights industrial development achievements, investment policies, and key projects, featuring corporate profiles and products from major industrial enterprises. "Flavorful Kaizhou" demonstrates rural revitalization and agricultural development accomplishments through specialty and export agricultural products. "Delightful Kaizhou" presents cultural tourism achievements via videos and live performances, showcasing Kaizhou's cultural heritage, distinctive tourism resources, major tourism investment projects, and cultural creative products. At this year's WCIFIT, Kaizhou District organizes 33 enterprises to participate, including electronics and information technology companies such as Jiabaocheng Energy, Zhike IoT, and VDL Electronics; equipment manufacturers like Chongqing Qualidy PRECISION Mechanical Industry Co., Ltd. and Xinhuilian; biomedical firms including Wangye Biology, Tianzhi Pharmaceutical, and Rongkangtang Pharmaceutical; materials science enterprises Hiton Environmental Technology and Zhiben Group; as well as "Flavorful Kaizhou" specialty products like Zishui Dried Tofu, Nanmen Brown Sugar, Kaiweizai Snacks, and Kaizhou Sausages. During the WCIFIT's signing ceremony for key projects, Kaizhou District will ink a RMB10-billion agreement with Chongqing Guanhui Photovoltaic Technology Co., Ltd. The project involves constructing a 4×1200t/d photovoltaic glass production and deep-processing base in Kaizhou, which will drive upstream and downstream investments in photovoltaic components. With planned land use of 800 mu (approximately 53.3 hectares) and total investment of about RMB10 billion, the project will establish four 1,200t/d photovoltaic glass production lines, ore refining processing lines, supporting deep-processing lines for photovoltaic glass, and photovoltaic glass component production lines. Upon reaching full production capacity, the project is expected to generate annual output value exceeding RMB6 billion and contribute no less than RMB580 million in annual tax revenue. Source: PEOPLE'S DAILY ONLINE (people.cn)

Pengshui Pavilion Radiates Ethnic Charm From July 21 to 24, the 4th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (hereinafter referred to as "WCIFIT") is being held in Chongqing. The performance of the Miao ethnic dance Hua Xian Nang at the Pengshui Pavilion drew widespread attention from visitors to this culturally distinctive exhibition space. During the event, Pengshui Autonomous County leverages product displays, ethnic performances, and promotional campaigns to showcase its unique strengths, aiming to attract domestic and international investors to explore opportunities in Pengshui. Miao Ethnic Dance Hua Xian Nang Debuts at Pengshui Pavilion Located at Booth A06 in the North Hall N8 of the Chongqing International Expo Center, the 416-square-meter Pengshui Pavilion is designed around the theme "Miao Culture Capital · Serene Pengshui." Thirteen sub-screens present comprehensive content, including Pengshui's regional profile, scenic resources, investment projects, eco-tourism, modern services, new urbanization initiatives, infrastructure and clean energy developments, specialty agriculture, and industrial sectors - fully demonstrating the county's resource endowments, developmental advantages, investment environment, and key industries. At this edition of WCIFIT, Pengshui signed 11 projects with a total investment commitment of approximately RMB13.7 billion, spanning industries such as new materials, clean energy, cold chain logistics, eco-wellness, and cultural-tourism integration. Among these, Chongqing Shengtai Enterprise Management Co., Ltd.'s high-precision processing project for 1 million tons of premium calcite is highlighted as a key municipal-level signed project. The introduction of initiatives like the Green New Materials Eco-Industrial Park, Chongqing Rice Congee with Fried Dough Sticks Industry Chain, and New City Smart Cold Chain Logistics Port is expected to significantly boost Pengshui's industrial growth. Upon completion and full operation, these projects are projected to generate an annual output value of around RMB9 billion, contribute RMB1 billion in taxes, and create over 10,000 jobs - injecting robust momentum into Pengshui's high-quality development and the pursuit of elevated living standards. Source: PEOPLE'S DAILY ONLINE (people.cn)

The signing ceremony for key projects of the 4th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) was successfully held. On July 22, the event took place at Chongqing Yuelai International Convention Center, where 66 major projects were signed in a single ceremony within the municipality, representing a total contracted investment of RMB222.85 billion. Every district and county in Chongqing secured signed projects, achieving comprehensive coverage and balanced development. The signed projects demonstrated exceptional quality, with an average investment of RMB3.4 billion per project. Among them were 9 projects valued at over RMB10 billion, 6 projects exceeding RMB5 billion, and 7 projects above RMB3 billion. These projects spanned key industrial sectors including intelligent connected new energy vehicles, electronic information, biomedicine, new materials, energy conservation and environmental protection, consumer goods, and modern finance. The investors participating in the signing ceremony possessed substantial financial strength and industry influence. The group included 11 central state-owned enterprises (central SOEs) such as State Power Investment Corporation and CHN Energy; 7 Fortune Global 500 companies and 4 Fortune China 500 enterprises, represented by industry leaders like Dongfeng Motor, Geely Auto, Lalamove, Tuopu Group, Hithium Energy Storage, Conch Cement, Transfar Logistics, Mckintey Group, and Beijing Xinfadi; alongside 7 foreign-funded enterprises including Singapore's Lion Partners Capital, AVA Group, and Elion International. In addition to the 66 municipal projects, Sichuan Province organized the signing of 5 major projects at WCIFIT, with a total contracted investment of RMB4.18 billion. In recent years, the WCIFIT has evolved into an open platform driving regional collaboration and foreign trade. Its brand keeps gaining prominence, and more premium projects from Chongqing and beyond are now reaching agreement and being signed and delivered at the event. Moving forward, the Chongqing Investment Promotion Bureau will collaborate with relevant municipal departments, districts, counties, and development zones to enhance project coordination for WCIFIT-signed agreements, continuously optimize services, and accelerate project implementation, construction commencement, and operational efficiency. Source: CQNews - New Chongqing Client

The Dazhou Pavilion at this year's Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT) is located in Hall N7-4B15 of the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle Construction Pavilion at Chongqing International Expo Center, covering a total area of 312 square meters. Centered on the theme of "Co-building the 'Wan-Da-Kai Advanced Manufacturing Demonstration Base' and Establishing a Strategic Pivot for the Revitalization of the Northern Wing of the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle," the pavilion serves as an industrial-themed exhibition space. Adopting a modern and minimalist design style, the Dazhou Pavilion utilizes multimedia techniques such as sound, lighting, and digital displays alongside physical exhibits. It features a dynamic display zone and six industrial exhibition areas dedicated to energy and chemicals, new materials, agricultural product processing, intelligent equipment manufacturing, electronic information, and light industry and textiles. A total of 35 industrial enterprises showcased over 200 industrial products at the fair, comprehensively highlighting Dazhou's remarkable achievements in accelerating the development of a "3+3+N" modern industrial cluster and driving high-quality industrial economic growth. On the afternoon of July 21, Dazhou hosted the Electronic Information Industry Investment Promotion Conference and Cooperation Project Signing Ceremony, attracting participation from more than 100 renowned enterprises, including Huawei, OPPO, Shenzhen Micromulticopter Aviation, and Chongqing COE. 　　 The event adopted a city-county collaborative approach, emphasizing Dazhou's resource advantages, market potential, and investment environment, as well as its commitment to building a RMB50-billion-level electronic information industry and related development opportunities. During the conference, Dazhou's Dazhu County signed 13 investment cooperation agreements with leading enterprises, covering sectors such as drones, precision components, battery accessories, precision optical lenses, and electronic equipment, with a total planned investment of RMB22.76 billion. Moving forward, Dazhou will leverage the WCIFIT and the second phase of the province's "100-Day Manufacturing Investment Promotion Campaign" to focus on achieving the "RMB50-billion-level" electronic information industrial cluster target proposed at the 5th Municipal Party Congress. With Dazhu County and Dazhou High-Tech Zone as key gateways, the city aims to establish a critical node for the electronic information industry's "Northeastern Sichuan Development Corridor," injecting robust momentum into building a strategic pivot for the revitalization of the northern wing of the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle.