Expo Central China 2021 will be held in Taiyuan, capital of North China's Shanxi province, between May 21 and 23, according to an announcement from the expo's organizing committee on April 2.

This year's expo will be held online and offline, with one main venue in Taiyuan and four branch venues in Datong, Shuozhou, Lyuliang and Jinzhong cities.

The main exhibition at China (Taiyuan) Coal Transaction Center in Taiyuan will cover three major sections: a comprehensive exhibition; a special exhibition on science and technology, finance, international industries, culture, tourism, environmental protection and healthcare; and a new products exhibition.

The Datong branch venue will hold a new energy achievement exhibition and four other events, including a big data forum and investment promotions. 

The Shuozhou branch will focus on six events concerning porcelain products and production techniques, while the Lyuliang branch will hold a liquor industry expo and eight liquor-themed activities.

The Jinzhong branch will hold eight thematic events focusing on rural industrial development, rural revitalization and Shanxi's featured agricultural products.