China and the Republic of Korea are stepping up efforts to boost business ties ahead of the China International Import Expo. Our correspondent Shane Hahm takes a closer look at how Korean businesses are using the event to enter China's lucrative market.

Business leaders and trade officials gathered in Seoul this week for a preview of the 2026 China International Import Expo. Held annually in Shanghai, the expo has become a key platform for South Korean companies seeking greater access to China's vast consumer market.