Philippine companies generated more than $18 million in export sales at the China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) 2025, the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC) in Guangzhou and the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) said over the weekend.
The performance of the 12 food and non-food enterprises that joined the trade fair from Sept. 17 to 21 “attests to Philippine enterprises’ established capabilities, demonstrating that we are deserving of a place in these rich markets,” said CITEM executive director Leah Pulido Ocampo.
She said they are determined to build on the momentum supporting Filipino businesses on the global stage.
The Philippines’ top-selling product was fresh durian, which was featured alongside banana chips by food exporters. Non-food companies showcased natural remedies banking essentials jewelry and handicrafts.
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) organized the country’s participation through PTIC Guangzhou and CITEM in partnership with Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. and the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc.
The Philippine delegation also received multiple citations. CITEM was awarded Best Organizer of Trade Visitors during the CAEXPO Senior Officials’ Meeting on Sept. 19.
Exhibitors Puyo Handicrafts from Cagayan de Oro and Raya Fiber Imperia from Marinduque won the CAEXPO Excellent Design Award for their creative and sustainable products.
The 22nd CAEXPO, which featured 3,260 exhibitors from 60 countries, drew more than 220,000 buyers. The Philippines is set to be CAEXPO’s country of honor in 2026, which will grant Filipino exhibitors expanded visibility and promotional opportunities.
