China International Import Expo: A glimpse at the gadgets in Shanghai

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The China International Import Expo taking place this week in Shanghai offers foreign firms a chance to link up with buyers in the world's second largest economy. So, what are they selling? CGTN's Roee Ruttenberg shows us some of the wares on offer.

It's hard not to be amazed by the maze. Thousands of companies showcasing global gadgets, gear, and, geese! All of it, bound for China. Or so, it's hoped.

Infineon - the German maker of semiconductors - wants Chinese cities to save on energy. It's SmartHome technology senses user needs.

And check out the doors on this car. And the wings on this one. There's a high-tech pavilion. A food and agriculture pavilion. And a medical technology and healthcare pavilion.

"This is the world's smallest pacemaker."

WANG HANMEDTRONIC "It's not approved yet in China, but we think this meeting is a very good chance for us to show this product to the public."

MedTronic is the world's biggest MedTech company. It already has a significant footprint in China. But it's hoping to expand its share of the market here.

As are others, in this half a trillion dollar global industry. You can find that figure online here. American search engine giant Google has a big exhibit focused on interactive art. And this, an offline image-based translator.

"I don't have data, I don't have WiFi, I don't have GPS."

Google hopes it'll help bridge the global language divide.

Japanese electronics giant Panasonic is planning a big push into China next year. It's partnered with local makers to boost its in-country brand after double-digits drops in sales.

ROEE RUTTENBERGSHANGHAI "This is Panasonic's new OLED Television. But here's the thing: when it's not in use, it's transparent. Panasonic is hoping products like these can help capture the Chinese mind, and market."

And mouth. 60,000 square meters displaying meat, diary, seafood, nuts, fruits, and veggies and the technology used to process them.

Poland's poultry producers put on a production. Just a few of their companies have permission to sell in China. Many others are waiting.

MALGORZATA LESZCZYNSKANATIONAL POULTRY COUNCIL OF POLAND "China is a very very important market for Polish poultry. Our business is growing at a rate of ten percent per year, and we are looking for markets outside of Europe for the new production."

"It's time to have a taste. Pretty good and pretty popular."

Indeed, this expo offers a quick bite for a country with a growing appetite for imports. Roee Ruttenberg, CGTN, in Shanghai.