The city of Dongguan is ready for the opening of the International Fair of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road, according to Liu Xiaojie, deputy director of the organizing committee.

The event, which will take place in Houjie township in the city of Dongguan, known as "factory of the world" in Guangdong province, from Oct 31 through Nov 2, will display new and high-tech products from countries along the Maritime Silk Road and from renowned Guangdong firms, Liu said.

The opening day will only be for professional buyers while the remaining two days will be open to the public.