Chinese medical device enterprises and leading hospitals showcased cutting-edge products and frontier clinical solutions at the World Health Expo Dubai 2026, where the China pavilion stood out as one of the most popular sections.
The expo, held from Monday to Thursday, drew more than 4,300 exhibitors from over 180 countries and regions.
Ren Fang, deputy secretary-general of the China Association of Medical Equipment, highlighted that Chinese-made devices have gained strong recognition in Middle Eastern markets over the past decade, driven by competitive pricing, reliable quality.
"Looking at last year's export data, our medical equipment product exports to 16 Middle East countries reached 2.2 billion U.S. dollars, representing a year-on-year increase of 10 percent," said Ren.
Beyond hardware, Chinese hospitals introduced smart hospital solutions that highlight how telemedicine and robotic healthcare are reshaping patient care globally.
"In fact, telemedicine, especially robotic healthcare, can greatly facilitate medical experts in better serving patients. Therefore, this approach has significant practical implications for many regions in the Middle East," said Cheng Yongzhong, Party secretary of West China Hospital of Sichuan University.
Chinese devices, solutions shine at World Health Expo Dubai 2026
As the Spring Festival approaches, the China-Laos Railway is seeing an increasing number of international travelers eager to experience traditional Chinese New Year customs.
Data from the Mohan Exit-Entry Border Inspection Station shows that since the start of the Spring Festival travel rush period on February 2, the railway checkpoint has processed over 9,600 inbound and outbound travelers over the past week. Among them, more than 1,300 were nationals from 33 countries and regions – a year-on-year increase of more than 30 percent.
On peak days, inbound international arrivals exceeded 130 a day, accounting for more than 20 percent of daily entries.
With China’s expanding visa-free arrangements, the cross-border railway continues to see steady growth of inbound foreign tourists, drawn by cultural immersion, culinary experiences and festive celebrations.
At the border inspection station, international travelers expressed their strong interest in Chinese culture, and delivered their new year wishes.
"We are very looking forward to the Chinese New Year. While we know a little bit about it but of course we would like to learn more. For example, we know that a lot of events are going on and maybe fireworks, and that all families have a small tradition to give a red envelope with money to bring good luck, and that every year they celebrate another year of an animal, and this year it will be the Year of the Horse," said Van Der Meer Sara Janne, a tourist from the Netherlands.
"We hope to see a lot of the traditions. We also contacted our host, and she will help us and explain where we can go, what we can see in the neighborhoods," said Van Mil Larice, another tourist from the Netherlands.
"Last year, I was lucky enough to spend the Chinese Spring Festival in Hainan – memorable experience for me. People were pleasurable, really interesting, fantastic time. I must remember on the night fireworks, all day long fireworks. May I wish a happy New Year in a prosperous 2026 to all Chinese people," said Walton Gary John, a tourist from the UK.
China-Laos railway sees increasing number of int'l travelers ahead of Spring Festival
