Dora’s Pocket: Shopping the Future in Hainan

By / / Updated: 18:41,17-April-2025

As a journalist in China’s free trade port—Hainan—I collect stories, surprises, and sparks of innovation.

In the first episode of Dora’s Pocket, I dive into the 5th China International Consumer Products Expo. From AI gadgets to designer yachts, from handmade scarves to smart watches—global brands are not just showcasing, they’re investing in the future.

Why do they keep coming back to Hainan?
What makes this island more than just a shopping paradise?

Let’s find out. One story at a time—one pocket at a time.

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