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YIWU, China, Feb. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from Yiwu Media Convergence Center:
Today is the eve of the Chinese Lunar New Year. From the East African highlands to the South American Andes, from the South Asian subcontinent to the heart of Eurasia, numerous international
Ugandan Merchant: Standing on the Equator, Proud of YiwuAt 3:00 p.m. Beijing time, beside Uganda's Equator monument, trader Nasser beamed with pride: "I'm standing on the equator in my homeland, the "Pearl of Africa." Yiwu, where I've lived for years, is now a Gala sub-venue—I feel incredibly proud!"
Peruvian Merchant: In Lima, but My Heart is in YiwuAt 5:00 a.m. Beijing time, in front of Lima Cathedral, Armando shared warmly via video: "My body is in Peru, but my heart is in Yiwu. I can't wait to share this special celebration with my family."
Indian Merchant: Gazing at My "Second Hometown"—the Scenes Feel Like HomeAt 2:30 p.m. Beijing time, in Navsari, India, Sejal smiled while attending a wedding: "I'm in my hometown, gazing toward my second hometown, Yiwu. Even without understanding Chinese, the lively scenes are a treat—I'm so excited!"
Argentine Merchant: Thinking of Yiwu While on Holiday in MoscowAt 4:00 p.m. Beijing time, in snowy Moscow, Tristan exclaimed: "I'm Argentine, live in Yiwu, and now holiday in Moscow. Yiwu as a Gala sub-venue? I'm thrilled—let's wait and see!"
Voices from Every Continent Converge: The World's Eyes on YiwuTonight, the stage at the Yiwu Global Digital Trade Centre—the Gala's sub-venue main stage—shines bright. As the world's capital of small commodities, Yiwu connects with over 230 countries. Some 600,000 international buyers visit Yiwu annually, with 20,000 overseas traders from 100+ countries permanently based here. It is a hub for goods and a bridge linking China with the world.
Tonight, Yiwu people around the globe share this moment together. Stay tuned for the splendor of the Spring Festival Gala!
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