HANGZHOU - The third Global Digital Trade Expo will take place in Hangzhou, capital of East China's Zhejiang province, from Sep 25 to 29, featuring Kazakhstan and Thailand as guests of honor.

The expo aims to leverage global digital trade resources to enhance cooperation and promote development, said Deng Bo, deputy director of the Trade Development Bureau of the Ministry of Commerce, at a press conference on Wednesday.

According to Han Jie, director of the Department of Commerce of Zhejiang province, more than 1,000 digital trade enterprises and 15 international organizations have confirmed their participation, and professional purchasers from over 50 countries and regions are expected to join in the procurement activities.

The expo will span 150,000 square meters, featuring a comprehensive exhibition area and eight specialized zones dedicated to various digital industries.

Industrial activities related to artificial intelligence, low-altitude economy and digital healthcare will be included in the expo.

Launched in 2022, the annual event is co-hosted by the government of Zhejiang province and China's Ministry of Commerce.