The fifth China International Import Expo (CIIE) began accepting bids on Monday, according to a news release on CIIE's official website.

Potential bidders include members of the organizing committee, international organizations, participating countries (or regions) in the Country Exhibition, exhibitors, provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities, buyers, supporting units of CIIE, and the mainstream media.

Bidders can log on to the "Activities" column of CIIE's official website to find more details, such as general arrangement, how to apply, and answers to hot issues.