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Guide to Yiwu Market: The Largest Wholesale Market in the World

Dave Bryant — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:45:12 +0000

Many importers, even those new to the business, have heard of the twice-yearly Canton Fair in Guangzhou. But less well-known is Yiwu Market, a city home to the largest wholesale market in the world. This market contains nearly 40,000 shops wholesaling nearly every commodity you can think of. One of the best things about it …

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Canton Fair to Resume Physical Activities After 3 Years

Christine Gerzon — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 08:00:18 +0000

The largest and most comprehensive trade show in China will finally go back offline in 2023 after a pandemic-induced hiatus of 3 years. Also Read: Canton Fair 2023 Trade Show Guide (Post-Zero COVID Updated) The Canton Fair, a major Chinese trade event usually held in the Spring and Autumn seasons, is set to return to …

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Canton Fair 2023 Trade Show Guide (Post-Zero COVID Updated)

Dave Bryant — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:10:33 +0000

The Canton Fair is finally back for 2023 after years of being closed! There's a couple of catches (mostly regarding visas, see below) but otherwise The Canton Fair is back. For those unaware, The Canton Fair is the mecca for importers, and every year over 180,000 buyers make the pilgrimage to Guangzhou to source products from over …

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Fall 2018 China Events Guide: Canton Fair Dates, Other Shows, and More

Dave Bryant — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 05:41:33 +0000

Trade show season in Southern China is about to start with the highlight being everyone's most loved and hated trade show, the Canton Fair. In this post, I'll give an overview of some of the events happening around Southern China in October. Trade Show & Events Calendar There are three large trade shows going on …

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Trading Company or Factory: Which Chinese Supplier Should You Use?

Dave Bryant — Mon, 21 May 2018 05:36:38 +0000

In China, there are two basic types of suppliers that you will encounter: trading companies and factories. What is the difference between these two types of suppliers? In this article, I'll address the differences between these two and when you should use each. Topics Covered Factory and Trading Company Overview Advantages and Disadvantages How to …

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October 2017 Events in China – Canton Fair, Networking, Conferences, & More

Dave Bryant — Tue, 26 Sep 2017 06:32:46 +0000

If you follow the podcast, you know that my family recently decided to move to China for a few months, both for business, travel, and in the hopes of our daughter (and me!) picking up better Mandarin. Our timing though also coincides with many people making their way over to China for the Canton Fair, …

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10 Critical Items You MUST Pack and Bring With You to China

Dave Bryant — Sun, 09 Apr 2017 16:50:55 +0000

I am off to China on Monday for a couple of weeks for both the Canton Fair and Global Sources Summit and also to visit a few new Suppliers. I used to be someone who would pack for two weeks prior to leaving for China. Now I pack two hours prior to leaving as I've …

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How to Attend Trade Shows in China Like a Pro

Dave Bryant — Sat, 25 Mar 2017 17:57:17 +0000

April is Trade Show time in China! Both throughout mainland China and Hong Kong there are several big trade shows going on. April is a prime trade show time for buyers and importers as it gives buyers an opportunity to buy products and launch them before the Christmas holiday season. I'm a HUGE fan of Trade …

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Four Chinese Business Strategies Westerners Should Use

Dave Bryant — Sat, 31 Dec 2016 06:49:23 +0000

Do you want to get better pricing with vendors, better payment terms, and receive opportunities given to you that others don't? Then the Chinese can help! Recently I was in a fairly substantial negotiation with a Western company (more on this in another post). The deal took months and nearly fell through in the 11th hour. …

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November 2016 China Trip – Why Was the Army in My Hotel Room?

Dave Bryant — Sat, 03 Dec 2016 17:41:26 +0000

This month me and my wife Chrissy finally made our long awaited trip back to Beijing with our daughter Kayla to see Chrissy's family and also for me to take care of some business. We had originally planned to go in April of this year, but due to pollution concerns in Beijing and Kayla only …

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