Douglas Dueno, a US expert of China Daily Website, stepped into the fifth RCEP (Shandong) Import Expo in Linyi, Shandong province, exploring a wide range of global products and cross-border business opportunities.

The expo, held from April 20 to 22, brought together exhibitors from RCEP member countries and beyond, attracting more than 400 international suppliers and over 5,300 domestic and overseas buyers.

As one of China's leading logistics and wholesale trade hubs, Linyi has provided a powerful backbone for the event, with efficient supply chains, far-reaching distribution networks and cost-effective logistics that help goods move faster across borders and into new markets.