CCTV News: On March 16, the reporter learned from the China International Import Expo that the preparations for the 8th CIIE are steadily advancing, of which the signed area of the enterprise exhibition has exceeded 220,000 square meters, and more than 60% of the planned area has been completed. It is understood that the 8th CIIE will continue to maintain a super-large scale of 360,000 square meters, combine the cutting-edge trends of industrial technology, upgrade the artificial intelligence experience zone, create a special area for future travel, display new themes such as low-altitude economy, and add a "charming city" section to invite overseas cities to display their characteristic culture and promote cultural exchanges. At the same time, this CIIE will display more high-quality and special products from developing countries, help more small and medium-sized enterprises participate in the exhibition, and quickly match exhibitors with the needs of the Chinese market.