The 4th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), which ran for six days from April 13, concluded on April 18. The CICPE, also known as the Hainan Expo, is the largest consumer luxury goods exhibition in the Asia-Pacific region. 1,462 new products were launched at this year's Expo, an increase of 45% over last year. More than 600 special events were held, including new product launches, procurement matchmaking sessions, and industry promotions, and 92 cooperation deals were shaken on at the Global Fine Products Event.

The 4th CICPE concluded on April 18. During the 6-day event, the Hainan International Convention and Exhibition Center was bustling with visitors. (Photo: Hainan Daily)

The Global Fine Products Event of the 4th CICPE was held on April 14. (Photo: Hainan Daily)

Within the 4th CICPE's 128,000 square meters of exhibition area, a whopping 4,019 participating high-end consumer brands from 71 countries and regions showcased their products, representing respective increases of 9% and 19% compared to last year. Over 55,000 professional buyers, 10% more than last year, stalked the halls of the CICPE on the prowl for new products.

This year saw the CICPE adopt the "1+N" island-wide exhibition model for the first time, adding three new sub-venues for sailing and yachts, duty-free shopping, and international healthcare in Haikou and Bo’ao. A total of 250 yachts were exhibited at the Haikou International Boat Show, an increase of 14% over last year, with a total of 80 international brands participating. The year-round Duty-Free Shopping Expo joins forces with famous domestic and foreign brands to hold fashion shows, new product launches, and other events from time to time throughout the year. The International Health Expo attracted 65 exhibitors showcasing the world's most advanced medical technologies, with 2,123 products in total.

The CICPE's EMIN PAUL fashion show was held at CDF Haikou International Duty Free City on April 14. (Photo: Hainan Daily)

Dr Michael Sena, a research and development engineer at Aimira Innovation based in Guangzhou, demonstrates a facial analysis machine to visitors at the International Health Exhibition of the 4th CICPE on April 13. (Photo: Hainan Daily)