Editor's note:

The 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai expanded its showcase of African products this year, offering a platform for specialty foods and agricultural commodities from across the continent. 

Through vibrant displays and interactive presentations, exhibitors from countries like Rwanda, Benin and Ethiopia introduced Chinese visitors to products such as sesame seeds, dried pineapple and shea butter, aiming to strengthen trade channels for African goods in the Chinese market. 

In addition to product demonstrations and partnership discussions, cultural performances showcased the unique heritage of the participating nations, reflecting achievements from the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in building stronger economic and cultural bonds. The following images provide a glimpse into the African product displays and cultural performances featured at this year's CIIE.

Performers showcase traditional Rwandan dance at the Rwanda pavilion during the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, Nov. 6, 2024. [Photo by Wang Yiming/China.org.cn]

A Burundian exhibitor presents sesame seeds during the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, Nov. 6, 2024. [Photo by Wang Yiming/China.org.cn]

A Malawian exhibitor poses with his Chinese partner during the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, Nov. 6, 2024. [Photo by Wang Yiming/China.org.cn]

An exhibitor from Mali offers samples of shea butter to visitors during the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, Nov. 6, 2024. [Photo by Wang Yiming/China.org.cn]

A Tanzanian exhibitor introduces her products to visitors during the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, Nov. 6, 2024. [Photo by Wang Yiming/China.org.cn]

责编：冯宇轩

一审：冯宇轩

二审：唐煜斯

三审：秦慧英

来源：中国网