While the online fair offered live chat and virtual meeting options, one vendor said he had waited for more than an hour for a reply before eventually giving up and logging out. Photo: Xinhua
China’s coronavirus-hit Canton Fair closes first virtual edition to mixed reviews
- Organisers cancelled a press conference to mark the closure of the first virtual Canton Fair, with the coronavirus forcing the trade event online
- Some buyers voiced frustration at lack of interactivity, alleged fake images and poor user experiences, while others said it was a ‘good first effort’
Follow your favourite topic and get notified
While the online fair offered live chat and virtual meeting options, one vendor said he had waited for more than an hour for a reply before eventually giving up and logging out. Photo: Xinhua
