The 126th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) opened in Guangzhou on October 15. [Photo/Xinhua]

A total of 142 enterprises from Zhongshan participated in the fair with 543 booths, including 137 brand booths.

The fair is divided into three phases, each scheduled to last for 5 days. Some 106 Zhongshan firms join the Phase 1, mainly involving household appliances, electronic consumer goods and information products, electronic and electrical products, building and decorative materials, lighting products, large-scale machinery and equipment, auto parts, bathroom equipment, hardware, tools and other products. Vatti, Homa, Galanz and other brands have attracted the attention of overseas purchasers.

Phase 1 and Phase 3 will continue to hold import exhibitions, with a total of 642 enterprises from 38 countries and regions taking part. Among them, a total of 367 enterprises from 21 countries and regions along the Belt and Road will participate in the import exhibitions, accounting for about 60% of the total exhibitors.