Serbia makes 8th appearance at CIIE, drawing crowds with unique traditional design and cuisine

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows the Serbia Pavilion at the Country Exhibition Hall at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai. The Serbian Pavilion showcases premium agricultural products, distinctive wines, and rich tourism resources.

This year, the Republic of Serbia once again took the stage at the Country Exhibition Hall, marking its eighth consecutive appearance. Its continued presence has vividly showcased the vitality and potential of China-Serbia economic and trade cooperation. (Wang Shuhan/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows the Serbia Pavilion at the Country Exhibition Hall at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai. Decorated with traditional Serbian elements, the Serbian Pavilion has drawn crowds of visitors.

This year, the Republic of Serbia once again took the stage at the Country Exhibition Hall, marking its eighth consecutive appearance. Its continued presence has vividly showcased the vitality and potential of China-Serbia economic and trade cooperation. (Wang Shuhan/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows the interior design of the Serbia Pavilion at the Country Exhibition Hall at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai. The architectural design of the pavilion incorporates elements of wheat, wool, and cork, symbolizing the harmony of tradition, nature, and craftsmanship that characterizes Serbia.

This year, the Republic of Serbia once again took the stage at the Country Exhibition Hall, marking its eighth consecutive appearance. Its continued presence has vividly showcased the vitality and potential of China-Serbia economic and trade cooperation. (Wang Shuhan/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows a Serbian craft designer weaving a handmade piece outside the Serbia Pavilion at the Country Exhibition Hall at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai.

This year, the Republic of Serbia once again took the stage at the Country Exhibition Hall, marking its eighth consecutive appearance. Its continued presence has vividly showcased the vitality and potential of China-Serbia economic and trade cooperation. (Wang Shuhan/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows staffs from the Serbia Pavilion leading exhibitors on a tour of the pavilion at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai.

This year, the Republic of Serbia once again took the stage at the Country Exhibition Hall, marking its eighth consecutive appearance. Its continued presence has vividly showcased the vitality and potential of China-Serbia economic and trade cooperation. (Wang Shuhan/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows visitors experiencing Serbia’s traditional weaving craftsmanship outside the Serbia Pavilion at the Country Exhibition Hall at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai.

This year, the Republic of Serbia once again took the stage at the Country Exhibition Hall, marking its eighth consecutive appearance. Its continued presence has vividly showcased the vitality and potential of China-Serbia economic and trade cooperation. (Wang Shuhan/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows a chef preparing traditional Serbian cuisine for visitors to taste at the Serbia Pavilion at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai.

This year, the Republic of Serbia once again took the stage at the Country Exhibition Hall, marking its eighth consecutive appearance. Its continued presence has vividly showcased the vitality and potential of China-Serbia economic and trade cooperation. (Wang Shuhan/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows freshly prepared traditional Serbian cuisine at the Serbia Pavilion at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai.

This year, the Republic of Serbia once again took the stage at the Country Exhibition Hall, marking its eighth consecutive appearance. Its continued presence has vividly showcased the vitality and potential of China-Serbia economic and trade cooperation. (Wang Shuhan/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows visitors lining up to taste traditional Serbian cuisine at the Serbia Pavilion at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China’s Shanghai.

This year, the Republic of Serbia once again took the stage at the Country Exhibition Hall, marking its eighth consecutive appearance. Its continued presence has vividly showcased the vitality and potential of China-Serbia economic and trade cooperation. (Wang Shuhan/Guangming Pictures)