From March 16 to 19, the 26th Xiamen Stone Fair was held at Xiamen International Conference & Exhibition Center. Centered on the theme "Keep Passion," the 191,000-sqm event featured 24 exhibition halls across 8 zones, gathering 2,000 global brands and attracting buyers from 120 countries and regions. Overseas pre-registration rose 11.78% year-on-year, cementing its position as the world's largest professional stone trade fair. Notable was the strong debut presence, with first-time exhibitors accounting for 20% of participants. International participation expanded further, with 300 exhibitors from 40 countries and regions showcased in the global zone. Eight national pavilions spotlighted key stone-producing regions, including Turkey, Italy, Iran, Brazil, Egypt, Greece, and Portugal. Italy was honored as Guest of Honor in 2026; its twin pavilions featured 58 premium brands across 1,846 sqm, offering direct access to Italian quarry owners, manufacturers, and equipment suppliers.