The 26th China Beijing International High-Tech Expo kicked off at the China National Convention Center in Beijing on July 13. This year's expo focuses on cutting-edge technology, emerging industries, and future industrial fields. There are six special exhibition areas including information technology, intelligent manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and health, "dual carbon,” digital economy, and regional innovation and development. The expo has attracted over 300 domestic and foreign companies and institutions to participate, with a total exhibition area of approximately 22,000 square meters. It showcases over 1,000 high-tech innovation achievements, with more than 300 items being exhibited for the first time. Photos: Chen Tao/Global Times