# Li calls for an open world economy as Canton Fair marks 70 years

https://mins.news/en/item/102483

- CGTN, 2026-10-15 13:45 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-10-15/Premier-Li-calls-for-open-world-economy-as-Canton-Fair-marks-70-years-1RguR7JpUZO/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=China

> China’s 140th Import and Export Fair opened in Guangzhou, where Premier Li Qiang urged stronger market connectivity and an open world economy. He said China was ready to work with all countries to expand the global market. In 70 years, the fair has drawn buyers from more than 220 countries and regions, with deals totaling $1.6 trillion.

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