Earlier this month, Shanghai’s Expo Center buzzed with excitement as CIIE 2025 showcased China’s high-level opening-up policies in action. Thousands of global brands and local businesses explored new avenues for growth under an increasingly open market. 🌟
In a special BizTalk edition, CGTN’s Michael Wang sat down with senior executives from IKEA China, BlueFive Capital and Airbus China to uncover how these giants are leveraging policy reforms to drive long-term investment, tap into booming consumer demand and sharpen their global edge.
📈 IKEA China: Deepening Roots
Aleksey Efremov, senior vice president of IKEA China, highlighted the retailer’s plan to expand its footprint with more stores and digital services. "China's upgraded negative list and faster customs clearance have boosted our confidence in long-term investment," Efremov said, noting strong appetite for sustainable home solutions among young shoppers.
💡 BlueFive Capital: Riding the Growth Wave
Hazem Ben-Gacem, founder and CEO of BlueFive Capital, sees China’s evolving fintech landscape as a golden opportunity. "Enhanced market access and pilot zones have opened doors for overseas venture funds. We're channeling capital into innovative startups focused on e-commerce, AI and green tech," he explained.
🌐 Airbus China: Soaring with Demand
George Xu, CEO of Airbus China, praised the streamlined approval process for high-end manufacturing projects. "Relaxed foreign equity caps in aviation allow us to localize production and meet surging air travel demand across the Chinese mainland," Xu noted, forecasting a new era of cooperation and competitiveness.
These conversations at CIIE 2025 paint a vivid picture of how high-level opening-up policies are reshaping China’s business landscape. From retail and finance to aerospace, global players are doubling down on their commitments and tapping new growth frontiers. 🚀
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BizTalk: CIIE 2025 – Insights into China's high-level opening-up
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