Qingdao is an important economic center and open coastal city in China. It is famous for its cultural heritage and tourism. Furthermore, it is a key household appliances industrial base in China.2003 China International Consumer Electronics Show (SINOCES)will be held in this city.

         As the exclusive state-level specialized exposition in China, SINOCES gets high attention from Chinese government. Mr. Li Peng, the standing committee member of the Political Bureau of the CCP, the Chairman of the Standing Committee of China People's Congress, presented in the Ribbon-cutting ceremony of 2002 SINOCES. Leaders of Ministry of Foreign Trade & Economic Cooperation, Ministry of Information Industry, and Ministry of Science and Technology also presented in the Show.

         In 2002 SINOCES, the exposition attracted 571 enterprise exhibitors, the total exhibition area was 25000©O, included 88 foreign enterprises, which occupied 26% of the total area. More than 380 international delegations and 50000 specialized purchasers from 50 countries and regions took part in 2002 SINOCES, the number of overseas merchants reached 4000. The Show provided a good business platform for both overseas and domestic manufacturers and purchasers.

         2003 SINOCES will be held in June 18, 2003 in Qingdao International Convention Center. "Leading the Hi-Tech Trend, Showcasing the Future Development" is the topic of the Show. On the basis of 2002 SINOCES, more hi-tech and modern IT, AV products will be showed in this Show. In addition, "2003 SINOCES Forum" on the focus topics will be organized during the Show, which will provide good professional circumstances for exchanging ideas.

         Cordially welcome you to attend "2003 China International Consumer Electronics Show"!