Global Sources Chinese Station - an internationally recognized foreign trade B2B platform, providing foreign trade network promotion services for global suppliers

2026 Global Sources Exhibition Schedule

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4 April

9 September

10 October

11 November

12 December

Quality buyer community worldwide

Global Sources has a high-quality buyer community of more than 14 million registered buyers and users, including 200,000 verified byers and 97 of the world’s top 100 retailers and e-tailers.

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16.8%

North America

6.2%

South America

14.4%

Europe

5.5%

Middle East

7.7%

Africa

39.9%

Asia

6.7%

ASEAN

2.7%

Australia & Pacific Island

Reach business partners through multiple channels

Global Sources connects suppliers with quality buyers through diverse content and marketing channels to enable suppliers to take advantage of the market trends, expand sales channels, and win buyers’ trust fast.

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Global Sources Export Training Academy

Empowers Chinese suppliers with a comprehensive suite of professional training programs.

Global Sources Export Forum

Facilitates invaluable exchanges and catalyzes mutually beneficial collaborations

Global Sources Industry Seminar

Serves as a strategic platform for businesses

Live Trainings and Micro-Classes

Meticulously crafted live trainings and courses

Export Workshop

Inviting industry thought leaders to delve into sourcing strategies

High-End Management Training

Customize courses specifically for corporate elites.

Sourcing Elite Board

High-quality practical export marketing skills

Global Sources Exhibitions

Launched in 2003, Global Sources shows have expanded their footprint worldwide, enabling trade between buyers and suppliers across China, the Asia-Pacific region and the rest of the world. High-profile buyer marketing campaigns are carried out through multiple channels before, during, and after every show.

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Global Sources App

The Global Sources App enables better online and trade show sourcing experiences, featuring badge redemption code, AI-powered search, interactive show map and show planner. With millions of innovative products at the fingertips, the app digitally empowers trade show participation, helping buyers and suppliers connect with global opportunities effortlessly.

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GlobalSources.com

As the world’s first online platform for international trade, GlobalSources.com was launched in 1995, providing sourcing information and services for buyers sourcing from China and the rest of the Asia.

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Fifty years of facilitating global trade

Global Sources started its business in 1971 by publishing trade magazines that provided reliable sourcing information for buyers looking for products from Asia. The first issue began with “A Statement of Purpose,” which remains a strong declaration of our mission statement – to establish long-lasting and mutually beneficial trade relations between private businesses in the East and West.

First edition of Asian Sources is published, in the belief that the cause for world peace is advanced by strong trade relations.

1971

First specialized trade journal, <span style="font-style: italic;">Asian Sources Electronics</span>, is launched.

First specialized trade journal, Asian Sources Electronics, is launched.

1974

The company launches Asia’s first international trade website, Asian Sources Online.

1995

Global Sources is listed on NASDAQ under the ticker GSOL.

2000

Global Sources Exhibitions debut in Shanghai.

2003

Global Sources Exhibitions expands to Hong Kong SAR.

2006

Global Sources Online launches the Verified Supplier system, responding to buyers’ need for reliable suppliers amid the boom in online business.

2007

The Verified Buyer system is introduced as a new standard for the B2B industry.

2011

Global Sources entered into an agreement to acquire an ownership interest in the Shenzhen international Machinery Manufacturing Industry Exhibition (SIMM).

2013

Global Sources entered a new era as the Company sold all its outstanding stock to Blackstone.

2017

Global Sources trade shows feature over 18,000 booths in the two seasons of their run.

2018

First Global Sources Indonesia, Electronics in Jakarta.

2019

Launch of the NEW App 3.0 and Online Show, Global Sources Exhibitions expands across Asia, Africa and America.

2020

Global Sources celebrates its 50th anniversary and continues to forge a greater future together with buyers and suppliers.

2021

Launched innovative digital tools to enhance customer experience post-pandemic.

2023-2024

Fifty-year dedication in serving buyers and suppliers

Throughout its five decades in the industry, the company has seen through challenges and stood the test of time – proving its resilience again and again. We believe that our corporate culture of respect and cooperation, and our diversity, are what make us a dynamic company and what have propelled us to where we are now. In the years ahead, we will continue to draw on our expertise and innovative ideas to bridge the gap between our community of international buyers and suppliers.

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Buyer Testimonials

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We're here today looking around talking to different suppliers, be able to talk to a bunch of people all in one place. the No. 1 advantage is being able to touch and feel the product and create the relationship and talk to the suppliers, eyed eye it's very important.

Buyer Testimonials

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here at the Global Sources, you're really able to specify the right supplier for your business needs。we've had a really good relationship with some of the supplies that we've met here at the trade show and we've been in contact with them ever since.

Buyer Testimonials

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I go every year I mean, both of the times every year. so it's just a norm for me by now, having them all together in one spot, easy to search, it's better to get face to face with the supplies.

Client Service Center

The Global Sources Client Service Center has more than 34 years of experience in communicating with buyers and suppliers worldwide. Our mission is to help suppliers reach the right buyers, receive inquiries from quality buyers, and maximize their return on investment.

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