Bangladesh is participating as the Theme Country in the "10th China-South Asia Expo and the 30th China Kunming Import and Export Fair-2026," one of southwestern China's largest trade exhibitions, which kicked off on Tuesday in Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province.

Organised under the management of the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) and in cooperation with the Consulate General in Kunming, a record 175 representatives from 101 Bangladeshi companies are taking part in this year's edition, the highest participation figure in the country's history at the fair, which will conclude on June 16.

The six-day expo is being held at the Dianchi International Convention and Exhibition Centre, drawing around 2,300 exhibitors from 68 countries worldwide.

As the Theme Country, Bangladesh had its pavilion inaugurated on the opening day alongside the formal launch of the main expo.

The second day has been designated "Bangladesh Day." Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir will attend the event as the chief guest, joined by the Governor of Yunnan Province and other senior dignitaries from participating nations.

EPB Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Mohammad Hasan Arif will deliver the keynote address on Bangladesh Day.

The Bangladesh Pavilion is showcasing products from textiles, ready-made garments, pharmaceuticals, ceramics, handicrafts, jute goods, and leather goods sectors. Participating firms are engaging in B2B networking with buyers, marketers, and wholesale and retail trade representatives from around the globe.

Delegates from the participating companies expressed strong optimism that the expo would further consolidate Bangladesh's position in the Chinese market and open new avenues for export growth.