World's biggest small-commodities market unfazed by US tariffs


A merchant demonstrates a toy camera to a Spanish trader at Yiwu International Trade Market in Jinhua, Zhejiang province, on April 15.[SHI BUFA/FOR CHINA DAILY]

While the United States' unwarranted imposition of tariffs has strained the nerves of traders around the globe, merchants in Yiwu, Zhejiang province, are confident their exploration of diversified export markets over the years will shield them from any heavy impact.

Known for its "small profits, quick turnover" model, Yiwu International Trade Market is renowned as the world capital of small commodities. The market consists of five districts housing 75,000 stores, with over 3,000 of those exporting merchandise to the US.

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