The 10th China-Russia Expo, which runs from Sunday to Thursday in Harbin, the provincial capital of Heilongjiang in northeast China, is offering a wide variety of Chinese products with new technologies, new models, and new experiences for overseas customers.
This year's expo has attracted more than 1,500 enterprises from 46 countries and regions, with a total exhibition area of 55,000 square meters.
Nearly 100 supporting events covering industrial matchmaking, investment promotion, international cooperation, tourism and consumption will be held during the expo. Chinese and Russian exhibitors are also expected to stage over 100 events to debut and release new products.
This year's expo showcases more than 500 new products and equipment, as well as over 800 new projects, technologies, and cooperation initiatives in eight exhibition zones.
At the large equipment area, new self-developed agricultural machinery from the province's Jiamusi City, such as tillers, seeders, plant protection machines, and harvesters attracted visitors with pleasing appearance and satisfying performance.
"The machine we're showcasing today is a large-scale fresh corn harvester developed by ourselves. We want to connect with overseas markets through this event," said exhibitor Zhou Rui.
"The 32 exhibits we've showcased this time cover the entire chain from ploughing, sowing and management to harvesting and transportation. We're not only demonstrating the strength of 'made in Jiamusi', but also hope to secure more overseas orders," said Li Xiujuan, head of the market system construction section of the Jiamusi Municipal Bureau of Commerce and Economic Cooperation.
Displayed at the exhibition are also AI products in line with the latest trends, such as companion robots.
"On May 8th this year, we just released the eSIM for AI products, that is, an artificial intelligence brain for toys. With this brain, the toy can interact with the user," said exhibitor Liu Songtao.
The exhibition also features a variety of unique cultural performances and a Russian food area that provides chocolate, jam, seafood, and vodka, offering a one-stop shop for authentic Russian flavors.
10th China-Russia Expo features new Chinese products, highlights overseas expansion
Moscow residents highlighted bilateral trade flow and people-to-people exchanges while sharing their views on the cooperation achievements between China and Russia, ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to China.
Putin will pay a state visit to China from May 19 to 20.
In interviews with China Global Television Network (CGTN), Moscow residents praised China's long history, rich culture, modern development and its friendly people.
"China is magnificent and one of the world's oldest civilizations. I really love traveling there. For example, Shanghai is a historic city, and China is a country with a great history and good people. They've done a great job with their policies and have shown other countries how to develop their economies," said Konstantin, a dancer.
"Actually, I've been to China, to Guangzhou. I really liked it there — the laws, the whole country itself, the prices," said Khushalay Islam Ayobovich, a construction worker.
"China is a wealthy country with a rich culture and advanced technologies, so to speak. It is developing very rapidly in terms of energy, industry and education. I believe it is a very good partner for Russia overall," said Dalak Abdulmalik Salamanovich, a student.
Another student, Evelina, also expressed a favorable view.
"(I have) a good impression (of China) — beautiful culture, mentality and pleasant, friendly people," said Evelina.
On bilateral cooperation, Salamanovich pointed to the growing presence of Chinese products in Russia.
"At the very least, even right now, we can see that there are many Chinese cars in Russia, such as Haval, Omoda and Geely. There have also been many breakthroughs in tourism. We see many Chinese tourists in Russia, and many Russian tourists in China as well," he said.
Ayobovich emphasized the mutual benefits of cooperation.
"I think cooperating and being friends with China would be very good for both Russians and Chinese people. Prices, trade — all of that is beneficial. I've been there myself, so I know what good products they have. You can build trade and create a successful business there. I think our Commander-in-Chief, Vladimir Putin, is trying to make things good for Russians, and that's why cooperation will continue at the highest level, in my opinion," the construction worker said.
Knowledge sharing between the two countries is also an important consideration for residents.
"A lot of technologies are actually coming from China. This includes construction and waste processing. China shares its knowledge with us. Of course, we export many resources there, such as gas and oil," said Konstantin.
Russian residents share hopes for strengthened China-Russia cooperation
