(260520) -- SHANGHAI, May 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Foreign merchants take pictures in front of a food production assembly line during Bakery China 2026 at National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, east China, May 20, 2026.

Bakery China 2026 opened here on Wednesday. Covering 330,000 square meters show space, the exhibition attracts over 2,200 exhibitors from more than 70 countries and regions, showcasing the whole industry chain products of the baking industry, from raw materials, technical equipment to integrated solutions.

Thanks to China's visa exemption policies, foreign merchants could visit and negotiate at commercial exhibitions in China more conveniently. The visa-free access also provides new opportunities for Chinese enterprises to explore broader foreign markets. (Xinhua/Fang Zhe)