Siping city's pavilion at the expo. [Video provided to gojilin.gov.cn]

Siping and Liaoyuan showcased their regional strengths at the 15th China-Northeast Asia Expo (CNEA Expo), highlighting their unique economic and cultural offerings.

Siping's pavilion made its debut, centering on its high-quality corn industry and economic achievements. Its design, featuring red and yellow tones, included sections for corn products, leading enterprises, investment opportunities, and local culture.

Visitors discovered over 100 products at the city's pavilion, where 45 local companies showcased a range of products, from fresh corn and corn-based snacks to beverages, teas, and chemicals, highlighting Siping's strengths in agriculture and beyond.

Knitting machines at Liaoyuan's pavilion attract visitors. [Photo provided to gojilin.gov.cn]

Liaoyuan, on the other hand, stood out with a green-themed, transparent pavilion that symbolized openness and transformation. Its exhibition focused on industrial innovation, especially the city's renowned hosiery sector.

The pavilion was divided into zones for hosiery, equipment manufacturing, cultural tourism, and business talks. Liaoyuan North Socks Industry Group, a first-time participant, occupied two-thirds of the space, showcasing hundreds of sock varieties for different needs.

With 3D foot scanners and on-site knitting machines, visitors could customize celebrity-style socks or add their own initials, turning everyday wear into a unique personal statement.