For foreign visitors, a trip to China can be more than just sightseeing. It is an opportunity to try something new, experience daily life differently, and purchase souvenirs for home.
At the CIFTIS 2026 exhibition, organizers decided to go beyond standard tourist routes to study what attracts international visitors. The goods they are studying and interacting with demonstrate an image of China as a creative, dynamically developing country.
These items range from cultural artifacts and collectibles to modern technologies and new lifestyles. Sometimes a purchase becomes the beginning of something bigger—a new experience, a lasting memory, or a different perspective on China.
To find out exactly what foreign guests discover, experience, and take away during their trip, CGTN reporter Wang Tao is invited to the CIFTIS 2026 event.