Strategies for Bangladeshi purchasers are recommended at the 138th Canton Fair by experts
Bangladeshi Buyers and Importers Prepare for the 138th Canton Fair
The 138th Canton Fair, scheduled to open on 15 October 2025 in Guangzhou, China, is expected to attract a significant number of Bangladeshi buyers and importers. This major trade exhibition, often referred to as "China's Number One Fair," will showcase a comprehensive range of products, including traditional machinery, household items, new energy vehicles, artificial intelligence, and smart manufacturing.
Preparation is key for Bangladeshi participants. Advance planning is crucial, including securing visas, travel, accommodation, and fair registration well before October. Many service packages are available, offering all-in arrangements for transport, hotel, and fair access, ideal for busy entrepreneurs and importers.
Strategic preparation involves researching exhibitors and product categories beforehand, setting clear procurement goals, and arranging meetings in advance with suppliers to maximize fair time. Financial readiness is also necessary to negotiate prices and secure orders efficiently.
Experts recommend developing a clear buying strategy—prioritizing product categories, quality control, and supplier reliability. Prepare for negotiation by understanding product standards, pricing trends, and logistics. Utilize professional fair packages or local agents to facilitate smoother communication and reduce potential language or cultural barriers. Post-fair follow-up is critical to ensure order fulfillment and sustained supplier relations.
Bangladeshi businesses expect to establish or expand trade relationships with Chinese suppliers, aiming to support their import businesses with competitive procurement. The fair presents a comprehensive platform to source a wide variety of goods directly from manufacturers, with opportunities for better pricing and discovering new products.
Golam Rashid Ali, manager of Trendy Group, attended the previous Canton Fair and shared his positive experience. He noted that the Canton Fair serves as a "bridge between buyers and suppliers." Ali advised prospective Bangladeshi participants to focus on specific products, services, or issues when navigating the fair's immense scale.
The promotion event, held in Dhaka on 6 August, provided a platform for Bangladeshi businesses to prepare for the Canton Fair. The event was jointly organized by the Embassy of the People's Republic of China, the China Foreign Trade Centre, Bangladeshi trade bodies, the Bangladesh China Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCCI), and the Export Promotion Bureau of Bangladesh (EPB). Notable speakers at the event included Baby Rani Karmakar, director general of the EPB, Nargis Murshida, administrator of the BCCCI, Liu Yuyin, minister counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Bangladesh, and Jia Ruo, deputy director of Sales at Lu Hua Group.
The Canton Fair is a significant event that attracts a large number of international buyers and importers. By approaching the fair with thorough preparation, realistic expectations for sourcing and pricing advantages, and a strong strategy for supplier engagement, Bangladeshi buyers can maximize the benefits of their participation.
- Bangladeshi businesses, preparing for the 138th Canton Fair, are advised to research exhibitors and product categories, set clear procurement goals, and arrange meetings with suppliers in advance, ensuring financial readiness for efficient negotiations.
- Strategic planning involves securing visas, travel, accommodation, and fair registration well before October, utilizing professional service packages for smoother logistics, and developing a clear buying strategy prioritizing product categories, quality control, and supplier reliability.
