# The South African Footwear and Leather Council and the Fruit and Vegetable Canners Export Council say their participation in the China International Import Expo in Shanghai today will strengthen trade ties and expand export opportunities. SAFLEC’s Nerisha Jairaj says the event offers access to China’s trillion-dollar consumer market, while SAFVCEC’s Jill Atwood-Palm highlights its value in identifying new trends and showcasing premium South African products. The country’s processed fruit and vegetable exports hit 15.5-billion-rand in 2024.
SA Export Councils strengthen trade ties at China Import Expo