The 12th China Camellia Expo opened in Jinhua, Zhejiang

14 March 2021 1315 By: wangzhonglang

During the unusual Covid-19 season, many camellia exhibitions throghout the world had to be suspended, postponed or cancelled, but China is an exception. From 13 to 22 March, the 12th National Camellia Expo was held in Jinhua of Zhejiang province, China.

On March 13, the openning ceremony of 12th China Camellia Expo was held in Jinhua, Zhejiang. Mr. Lu Wenming, deputy Secretary-General of China Flower Association, Mr. Guan Kaiyun, president of International Camellia Society, Ms. Zhao Qiuli, Vice Mayor of Jinhua City, Xing Zuirong, chairman of Zhejiang Flower Association, Mr. Shi Defa, president of Chinese Camellia Society, Ms. Cai Yan, Secretary of Wucheng District Committee, etc. Leaders attended the opening ceremony. Ms. Cai Yan, Mr. Guan Kaiyun, and Mr. Lu Wenming delivered speeches, and Ms. Zhao Qiuli announced the opening. More than 100 exhibitors from more than 20 provinces and cities across the country participated in the exhibition.

On behalf of the International Camellia Society, Prof. Guan Kaiyun congratulated on the smooth holding of the expo. He said that Jinhua is the famous "hometown of camellia". When he came to Jinhua for the first time more than 20 years ago, he left a deep and beautiful impression on the camellia of Jinhua. Camellia lovers at home and abroad were deeply attracted by it. The International Camellia Congress was held in China for the first time in 2003 in Jinhua. Because of the camellia, Jinhua is well-known at home and abroad; because of the camellia, it has promoted the development of the rural economy. He believes that Jinhua's camellia business will be revitalized again with the attention of leaders at all levels and the joint efforts of the entire industry.