Market opportunities in Latin America? They just hit center stage. Around 100 global guests gathered for the inaugural Shanghai International Economic and Trade Cooperation and Culture Exchange Forum on Thursday and Friday – and yes, the buzz is real.

Hosted by the China Association of Trade in Services and co-organized by Shanghai Spotlight, all eyes were locked on one thing: new markets and how to build closer ties. Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and the Dominican Republic delivered detailed trade presentations, while Chinese companies showcased their overseas projects.