HAIKOU, China, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from HIMC:
On Apr. 13, the 5th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) opened in Haikou, capital city of Hainan Province. This year, over 1,700 companies from 70+ countries and regions put more than 4,100 brands on display at the event.
"The Hainan Expo gave me a sense of the huge potential of China's consumer market," said Ramel François Félix, CEO of Vignerons du Castelas, who is attending his 5th CICPE in a row. Over the past four years, he has met over a hundred Chinese business partners at the Expo, greatly facilitating his business.
As China's only national-level consumer product themed expo, China's huge market advantage makes attending the Expo very attractive.
There are several notable differences at this year's Expo. Exhibition groups from Slovakia, Singapore, Brazil, and several other countries attended for the first time, special exhibition areas for AI and the low-altitude economy were a new feature, and an online pre-matching plus in-person in-depth negotiation supply and demand matching model also debuted.
As of Apr. 16, the midpoint of the Expo, a total of 150 billion yuan ($20.56 billion) of transaction agreements had already been made, with 52 project agreements signed in three official supply and demand matchmaking meetings. Twenty of these were signed at country-specific sessions, with Chinese and international exhibitors reaching agreement for a wide variety of procurement and transaction projects.
At this year's Expo, Hainan also welcomed large numbers of new orders and collaborative agreements. Many project agreements in the areas of autonomous driving, smart transportation infrastructure, and smart travel services were achieved.
Hangzhou's Unitree Robotics exhibited varieties of robot products, and received many orders from Hainan for items related to university-level scientific research, public security patrols, and other fields.
The Fosun Tourism Group announced that ULTRAMED, a major tourism and cultural project, will open in Haitang Bay, Sanya.
There was a sense of great openness both inside the venue as well as outside.
Unlike in the past, many international exhibitors and buyers no longer needed to apply for visas to participate, thanks to Hainan's 59 Country Visa Free Entry Policy along with nationally applicable comprehensive bilateral and unilateral visa-free policies, which combined permit travelers from 77 countries to enter Hainan visa free.
In Hainan, special management measures for cross-border trade in services and greater market access for foreign investment access have been implemented. The province is also accelerating the exploration and establishment of a coordinated model for domestic and international investment access suited to the unique conditions of the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP).
This year, special customs operations will be established in the FTP. "The institutional opening advantages of Hainan will become more and more available, bringing greater investment opportunities." William Huang, EY China South Managing Partner, believes that thanks to the opportunities brought by the CICPE and the favorable development conditions of the Hainan FTP, more multinational companies will increase their presence in Hainan.
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Over 4,100 brands from 70+ countries and regions on display at the 5th CICPE
Over 4,100 brands from 70+ countries and regions on display at the 5th CICPE
PETALING JAYA, Malaysia, May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Just months after announcing its dynamic partnership with world-renowned patient experience expert Shareef Mahdavi and the PX Ninety program, VISTA Eye Specialist is thrilled to mark a major milestone: the story of its PX Ninety and Ikigai WowX transformation has been published in the prestigious April edition of Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today (CRST), a leading U.S. medical journal.
This global spotlight not only cements VISTA's role as a pioneer in purpose-driven, innovative eye care—but also puts Malaysia proudly on the international stage.
"Being featured in CRST is not just a win for VISTA—it's a win for every patient who believes in our vision of care with heart and purpose," said Boon Siong Lim, Founder of VISTA Eye Specialist.
From Vision to Reality: PX Ninety Rollout and Results
Since kicking off the collaboration in November 2024, VISTA has rolled out game-changing initiatives across all 18 centers:
The Impact: Tangible Wins for Patients and Teams
This cultural and operational leap has driven remarkable results:
Why This Matters to Patients
"Being published in CRST means our patient experience isn't just good by local standards—it's recognized and celebrated by international experts," said Carol Heng, Chief WowX Officer and Chief Experience Designer for PX Ninety.
"Our patients are getting world-class care—with soul."
The article showcases how VISTA fuses behavioral science and the Japanese philosophy of Ikigai to create a journey that's not only medically sound—but emotionally rich. Every step—from first consult to post-op—has been thoughtfully reimagined and internationally validated.
"Imagine getting LASIK and walking away not just with clearer vision, but with an Ikigai Box—a personal time capsule that marks the day your life changed," Carol added. "That's what care with soul looks like."
Real Patient Stories, Real WowX Moments
Nothing says success like the voices of our patients:
"After extensive research, I chose VISTA for my cataract surgery… The entire team made me feel at ease. The clinic was immaculate, the technology was top-notch—and after surgery, my vision became noticeably sharper. Watching TV now feels like HD!"
"The Doctor explained everything so clearly and made my daughter feel completely at ease—she even fell asleep during the exam! As parents, we felt truly reassured. Thank you for such a comfortable and heartwarming experience."
A Global Benchmark in Modern Eye Care
"Getting published in CRST is a big deal," said Shareef Mahdavi, author of Beyond Bedside Manner and creator of PX Ninety. "VISTA is showing the world what patient-first healthcare should truly look like."
A Movement Gaining Momentum
VISTA's transformation is just beginning. Upcoming initiatives include:
Regional Interest in VISTA's WowX Model
VISTA's success story is also turning heads across the region. In recent months, healthcare delegations from Medical Saigon Group (Vietnam), Bangkok Eye Hospital (Thailand), and EyeLink Group of Eye Care Centers (Indonesia) have visited VISTA to explore how they can implement similar wowX service principles and innovations in their own practices.
"It's exciting to see other countries looking to VISTA as a model," said Mr. Lim. "It validates the impact we're making—not just locally, but regionally."
About VISTA Eye Specialist
With 18 centers across Malaysia, VISTA Eye Specialist is a trusted leader in cataract, refractive, and myopia care. Renowned for clinical excellence, advanced technology, and a bold new approach to patient experience, VISTA is setting the standard for modern eye care.
We are a multiple award-winning and B Corp Certified organization—recognized not just for medical outcomes, but also for business innovation, customer service, and HR excellence.
Our awards include:
These honors are a testament to VISTA's unwavering commitment to delivering care that's not only effective—but exceptional.
About PX Ninety and Shareef Mahdavi
PX Ninety is a behaviorally grounded program created by Shareef Mahdavi, focused on transforming healthcare through empathy, personalization, and structured change. Learn more at www.pxmovement.com.
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VISTA Eye Specialist Celebrates Breakthrough PX Ninety Collaboration with Shareef Mahdavi—Now Featured in Leading U.S. Medical Journal
