On December 8, the first China Binzhou International Tea Expo & Exhibition of 
Boutique Dark-red Enamelled Pottery, Tea Sets and Chinaware opened at the 
Binzhou Yellow River Delta Trading Center in east China's Shandong Province. 
The event drew participation from over 200 tea merchants across the country. 
The exhibition hall was permeated with the fragrance of tea, and in each 
designated area, tea artists proudly presented their brand products for 
enthusiasts to savor.

This tea expo has garnered participation from tea-producing regions, sales 
enterprises, cultural institutions, and tea enthusiasts nationwide. Throughout 
the exhibition, a series of tea culture activities, including tea tasting and 
tea art performances, are held with the objective of fostering the development 
and dissemination of tea culture. Additionally, the event aims to strengthen 
communication and collaboration within the domestic tea industry. Notably, the 
expo has attracted numerous tea lovers and consumers for visits and tastings. 
Attendees have not only gained insights into various types of tea and their 
production processes but have also enjoyed direct exchanges and interactions 
with the exhibitors.

Binzhou boasts deep historical and cultural roots and is home to a significant 
population of tea enthusiasts. Treating guests with tea is a cherished local 
tradition in Binzhou, highlighting the city's substantial potential in tea 
consumption. The inaugural tea expo provides the residents of Binzhou with the 
opportunity to sample various cost-effective teas right at their doorstep, 
fostering not only a deeper understanding of tea culture among citizens but 
also contributing to the economic growth of Binzhou and elevating its overall 
visibility.

Source: News Office of the People's Government of Binzhou