Live: A showcase of Arab culture and commerce at CIIE - CGTN

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Trade between China and Arab states is booming, hitting a record 1.72 trillion yuan (about $241.6 billion) in the first seven months of 2025, up 3.2% year on year.

At this year's China International Import Expo (CIIE), the Country Exhibition is offering a window into that growing relationship. From premium dates and rich coffee to perfumes and traditional crafts, Chinese buyers are getting a first-hand taste of Arab culture and commerce. Join CGTN Arabic's Lu Mengmeng as we explore the Arab stand and see how these products are making their way into Chinese homes.

Trade between China and Arab states is booming, hitting a record 1.72 trillion yuan (about $241.6 billion) in the first seven months of 2025, up 3.2% year on year.

At this year's China International Import Expo (CIIE), the Country Exhibition is offering a window into that growing relationship. From premium dates and rich coffee to perfumes and traditional crafts, Chinese buyers are getting a first-hand taste of Arab culture and commerce. Join CGTN Arabic's Lu Mengmeng as we explore the Arab stand and see how these products are making their way into Chinese homes.