CHIC Shanghai enjoys successful March trade show
This month's CHIC Shanghai, which ran from 17-19 March, is reporting visitor numbers comparable to the pre-pandemic level of March 2019. Taking place alongside Intertextile Yarn Expo and PH Value
This month's CHIC Shanghai, which ran from 17-19 March, is reporting visitor numbers comparable to the pre-pandemic level of March 2019. Taking place alongside Intertextile Yarn Expo and PH Value
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