[Ministry of Commerce: Preparations for the 10th China International Import Expo have begun] On November 12, the Ministry of Commerce held a regular press conference. A reporter asked a question. The ninth CIIE came to an end in Shanghai. What are the new highlights of this CIIE compared with previous ones? He Yadong, spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce, said that the CIIE is the epitome of China’s continued expansion of high-level opening up. This CIIE releases the dividends of opening up and is new in its ninth year, with numerous highlights. The exhibition area of ​​the enterprise exhibition exceeded 370,000 square meters. For the first time, a global national brand display area was created. About 100 "time-honored" brands from the guest country and theme country were selected, 30 of which are "century-old brands". The "circle of friends" of the national exhibition has been expanded again, open cooperation has demonstrated strong "magnetic attraction", and 69 countries and international organizations have displayed a comprehensive image. The Hongqiao Forum launched the "Dual Flagship" report for the first time, becoming an important window for observing China's opening up and gaining insight into the global economy. The CIIE has become a microscopic footnote of "China Opportunities" and effectively conveyed China's firm determination to share development opportunities with the world. Currently, preparations for the 10th China International Import Expo have been started. Journalists are welcome to continue to pay attention to the report.