China holds international fair to boost investment, trade

A staff member of the Bank of China (R) introduces the bank's global institutional distribution and cross-border financial services to a Ghanaian merchant during the 24th China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT) in Xiamen, southeast China's Fujian Province, Sept. 8, 2024.

Covering around 120,000 square meters, the four-day CIFIT opened here on Sunday and draws visitors from 119 countries and regions, of which about 80 percent are Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) partner countries.

This year's CIFIT highlights the digital economy, new energy and green innovation. It is expected to serve as a platform for more than 80 investment events and roadshow activities. (Xinhua/Lin Shanchuan)