The actual number of exhibitors at the third Chain Expo will reach 1,200.

The 3rd Chain Expo will be held in Beijing from July 16th to July 20th, with the theme of "Connecting the World, Creating the Future". This morning, the State Council Information Office held a press conference to introduce the preparation for the 3rd Chain Expo. Yu Jianlong, Vice President of China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, introduced that in order to deepen economic and trade cooperation with neighboring countries and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Thailand, China has invited Thailand to be the guest of honor at this year's Chain Expo. Shandong Province and Guangdong Province will be the guest provinces. Currently, more than 650 domestic and foreign enterprises and institutions will participate in the exhibition, involving 75 countries, regions, and international organizations. Over 65% of the world's top 500 enterprises and leading companies in the industry will participate. The proportion of overseas exhibitors has reached 35%, with European and American exhibitors accounting for 50% of the total number of overseas exhibitors. The number of American exhibitors has increased by 15% compared to the previous session, with 60% being Fortune 500 companies. Along with the 500+ industrial chain partners brought by exhibitors, the actual number of exhibitors will reach 1200. Currently, more than 100 overseas institutions have confirmed to organize groups to come to China for the exhibition and negotiation, a 30% increase compared to the previous session. Additionally, more than 20 research institutes and universities have confirmed to organize groups for exchanges. It is expected that there will be over 200,000 professional and public visitors attending the exhibition both online and offline.