April 13: IMF, World Bank Spring Meetings begin
The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group will hold their 2026 Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C., from April 13 to April 18. The in-person gatherings will bring together global economic leaders at the institutions’ headquarters.
April 13: Israel, Lebanon to start direct talks
The first direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon will begin at the U.S. State Department in Washington. The talks will focus on disarming Hezbollah and establishing peaceful bilateral relations.
April 13: World Internet Conference APAC Summit opens
The two-day summit will be held in Hong Kong to discuss digital innovation and the future of cyberspace.
April 13: China International Consumer Products Expo opens
The six-day expo in Hainan province will showcase premium global consumer goods and feature numerous product launches.
April 14: Vietnam’s top leader to visit China
To Lam, general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and Vietnam’s president, will pay a state visit to China from April 14 to April 17.
April 15: Canton Fair opens in Guangzhou
The 139th Canton Fair will feature more than 30,000 companies across 1.55 million square meters of exhibition space, with a focus on new, green and smart technologies.
April 15: Spanish prime minister to conclude China trip
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will wrap up a five-day official visit to China, marking his fourth trip to the country in four years.
April 17: Manycore Tech to list in Hong Kong
Spatial intelligence firm Manycore Tech Inc. plans to debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, aiming to raise up to HK$1.23 billion.
