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These are in-depth pre- and post-show reports on major international trade fairs, held in Taiwan and other countries with significant participation by Taiwanese manufacturers and exporters. They are offered to help global buyers and other readers better understand what is going on at the fairs and the latest offerings by Taiwanese exhibitors.


Over 120 countries and regions converge in Shanghai to explore automotive market opportunities, just as China lifts all restrictions on foreign investment in manufacturing sector</h2>

Over 120 countries and regions converge in Shanghai to explore automotive market opportunities, just as China lifts all restrictions on foreign investment in manufacturing sector

Nov 15, 2023

On 18 October, the Chinese Government announced that the country would remove all restrictions on foreign investment in the domestic manufacturing sector in the latest efforts to open up the economy to the rest of the world. While levies were already lifted in passenger car manufacturing, the decision supports other sectors of the automotive ecosystem, creating a favourable environment for foreig...


AAPEX 2023 stood out with an impressive assembly of approximately 2,500 exhibitors hailing from 48 different countries, occupying a staggering 5,200 booths. (Photo courtesy of CENS)

AAPEX 2023 Post-Show Report

Nov 10, 2023

Intro On November 2, 2023, the three-day Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) for this year concluded. Over the past three years, navigating the challenges posed by the pandemic and the subsequent partial recovery last year, this year's event stood out with an impressive assembly of approximately 2,500 exhibitors hailing from 48 different countries, occupying a staggering 5,200 booths....


With a long-standing presence in the automotive aftermarket industry, Taiwan showcases its prominence at this year's show with more than 230 exhibitors, securing its position as the third-largest participating country. (Photo courtesy of CENS)

Team Up: Economic Daily News/CENS and 7 Major Associations Capitalize on Business Opportunities at AAPEX 2023

Nov 02, 2023

AAPEX, one of the world's top three automotive aftermarket exhibitions, is set to begin on October 31 in Las Vegas. Despite the challenges posed by a three-year period marked by the pandemic and a gradual recovery phase last year, this year's event boasts an impressive gathering of approximately 2,500 exhibitors representing 48 countries, filling a staggering 5,200 booths. On the first day, the e...


Bridging Borders: CENS and the Taiwan Hardware Show 2023</h2>

Bridging Borders: CENS and the Taiwan Hardware Show 2023

Oct 18, 2023

Commencing today, the 22nd Edition of the Taiwan Hardware Show (THS) takes place at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2. This year's theme, "Bridging Borders, Empowering Supply Chains in Taiwan," has been thoughtfully chosen to highlight Taiwan's central role as the primary production and supply hub in North Asia and worldwide. With a strong global customer focus, this trade exhibition is set...


CENS Empowers Business Networking at TiTE 2023</h2>

CENS Empowers Business Networking at TiTE 2023

Oct 04, 2023

Under the guidance of the International Trade Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), the Taiwan International Tools & Hardware Expo (TiTE 2023), organized by the Taiwan Hand Tool Manufacturers Association and co-organized by over 20 industry associations, commenced today (10/04) at the Taichung International Exhibition Center. Additionally, the Economic Daily News/CENS, a renowned f...


Photo credit: Koelnmesse (Beijing) Co., Ltd.

China International Hardware Show 2023 concludes its remarkable 20-year journey and sets to embark on the new chapter of China's hardware industry

Oct 02, 2023

• Grand closing of China International Hardware Show 2023 with its 20th anniversary. • Industry forums and innovation awards bring in new insights to capture hardware trends. • Positive feedback from the CIHS 2023 onsite, exhibitors and visitors have confirmed their next participations. China’s hardware industry is getting much-needed boost with the successful opening of China International ...


3 Synergistic Exhibitions Bridging Borders, Empowering Supply Chains in Taiwan </h2>

3 Synergistic Exhibitions Bridging Borders, Empowering Supply Chains in Taiwan

Sep 28, 2023

The stage is set for a large global manufacturer-buyer gathering as Taipei welcomes three synergistic exhibitions featuring the 22nd edition of Taiwan Hardware Show (THS), 8th edition of International Metal Technology Taiwan (iMT Taiwan), and 1st edition of T-Safe Occupational Safety Taiwan. Themed "Bridging Borders, Empowering Supply Chains in Taiwan," specifically to highlight Taiwans centralit...


From Mechanization to Automation: VietnamWood Leads the Way</h2>

From Mechanization to Automation: VietnamWood Leads the Way

Sep 15, 2023

Amidst the resurgence of the U.S. economy in the latter half of the year, the construction industry is experiencing a renewed demand and is poised to revive Vietnam's woodworking market. In response to this upbeat industry trend, VietnamWood has convened over 320 exhibitors from 28 countries and regions to present the latest woodworking product lines and engage in various curated events and activ...


Photo credit: Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets International Exhibition Co., Ltd.

Furniture China 2023 and Maison Shanghai 2023 IN NOW! – September 11-15, 2023

Sep 01, 2023

Furniture China 2023 and Maison Shanghai 2023 will be held from September 11-15, 2023, in Shanghai, China. The event aims to showcase the creativity of "design + life" and promote a new wave of ideal living in the Chinese furniture industry. It will attract over 200,000 professional buyers from 160 countries and cover a vast exhibition area of 300,000 square meters. The theme of the event, "IN...


ENGINEER & MARVEX 2023 Paves the Way for Regional Integration with ASEAN's Most Innovative Technologies</h2>

ENGINEER & MARVEX 2023 Paves the Way for Regional Integration with ASEAN's Most Innovative Technologies

Aug 24, 2023

The trade show will feature the next engineering revolution in the ASEAN region and showcase ESG initiatives to push the region towards the global Zero Carbon Target by 2050 KUALA KUMPUR, 21 August, 2023 – The much-anticipated Malaysian Engineering Exhibition and Conference 2023 (ENGINEER), a key event of the IEM Convention and its concurrent exhibition, the Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration & V...