# Enterprises from 39 Countries Join WCIFIT, with Thailand, Hong Kong, and Sichuan in the Spotlight

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- Published: 2025-05-24T16:30:22+07:00
- Author: PR Newswire

Over 1,300 enterprises gathered at the 7th WCIFIT in Chongqing, showcasing innovation
and trade, with significant investments exceeding 200 billion yuan, emphasizing 
cooperation and economic potential in Western China.

CHONGQING, China, May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from iChongqing: Over
1,300 enterprises from 39 countries and regions gathered in Chongqing on May 22 
for the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT), 
highlighting rising global interest in the region’s economic potential. The event
drew participants from 28 Chinese provinces and the Hong Kong Special Administrative
Region, showcasing the latest in trade and innovation.

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The fair also featured the debut of Lingjie, the world’s first megawatt-class supercharging
heavy-duty truck, co-developed by Qingling Motors and Huawei Digital Power. With
ultra-fast charging and smart connectivity, it marks a major step forward in green
logistics and heavy-duty transport electrification.

Centered around the theme _“New Western China, New Manufacturing, New Services,”_
this year’s fair highlights cultivating new quality productive forces and promoting
high-quality development.

56 Chinese central state-owned enterprises, 156 local state-owned enterprises, 47
Fortune Global 500 companies, 93 multinational corporations, and 286 leading private
enterprises participated.

Thailand is participating as the guest country of honor, Sichuan Province continues
its role as the permanent guest province, and the Hong Kong Special Administrative
Region joins as the new guest city of honor.

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Dr. Lalivan Karnchanachari, Vice Minister to Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand,
highlighted the significance of this year marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic
ties between China and Thailand. She expressed hopes for deeper cooperation with
Chongqing in high value-added manufacturing, supply chains, and SME development.

At the opening ceremony, a series of major investment deals were signed, with the
total amount exceeding 200 billion yuan (about 27.6 billion USD). Districts and 
counties across Chongqing secured agreements worth over 100 billion yuan, with more
than 75% of the investment directed toward the manufacturing and modern services
sectors.

Showcasing both exhibitions and themed activities, this year’s WCIFIT exhibition
spans three major sections—comprehensive image, international and regional cooperation,
and modern industry—covering nine halls across 110,000 square meters. A virtual 
exhibition hall has also been launched to extend access online.

Themed activities include 29 events focused on key areas such as the productive 
service industry, foreign investment, international trade, public sector engagement,
and special programs hosted by the guest of honor.

 

**Source** : [Enterprises from 39 Countries Join WCIFIT, with Thailand, Hong Kong, and Sichuan in the Spotlight](https://www.prnasia.com/story/archive/4695157_AE95157_0?rand=102387)

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