Yiwu, China, marking a major milestone in the evolution of the world’s largest small-commodity wholesale market. The new district spans a 125-million-square-meter complex with market halls, office space, commercial streets, apartments, and a digital trade port, creating a modern hub for both physical and digital commerce.
City officials and business leaders say the opening reflects Yiwu’s shift from traditional bulk trading toward an integrated digital ecosystem that supports global supply chains and smart logistics. Already, thousands of merchants working in sectors such as fashion jewelry, creative toys, and intelligent equipment have moved into the new facility, highlighting strong early adoption.
Key Points:
- District 6 — the Global Digital Trade Center — has officially opened.
- The project covers 125 million sqm and costs over ¥8.3 billion to build.
- Combines offline market spaces with digital trade infrastructure.
- Early tenant industries include fashion, toys, and smart equipment.
- Represents Yiwu’s push toward digitized global commerce.
Sources:
•https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202510/15/WS68ef600ba310f735438b527d.html
• https://news.sina.com.cn/zx/gj/2025-10-14/doc-inftwnuy7160514.shtml
