Why it matters
CPSE is the single largest procurement and business-development gateway into China's public-safety and smart-city supply chain, drawing 150,000+ professional buyers from 110+ countries and connecting global security manufacturers with Chinese municipal authorities and systems integrators. For dual-use technology suppliers — particularly in AI, UAS, edge computing, and ISR — it provides unmatched visibility into Chinese government procurement priorities and competitive intelligence on domestic champions. Western and allied-nation defence SMEs and primes should monitor CPSE closely as a leading indicator of PRC security-technology export pipelines and capability development.
About
The China Public Security Expo (CPSE), now in its 20th edition, is the world's largest security industry trade exhibition, held biennially at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. Founded in 1989 and approved by China's Ministry of Public Security, Ministry of Science and Technology, and Ministry of Commerce, it spans over 110,000 sqm across nine specialised halls. The 2025 edition carries the theme 'Digital Drive, Intelligent Future,' showcasing AI-powered surveillance, IoT sensing, access control, low-altitude economy platforms (drones/UAS), smart city infrastructure, and police equipment.
Market intel
Moderate pricingmedium confidence
CPSE 2025 (20th edition) confirmed 1,100+ exhibitors across 110,000 sqm with 150,000+ expected professional visitors. Notably, dominant incumbents Hikvision, Dahua, Uniview, and Huawei did not exhibit at the show floor, instead hosting private invitation-only events nearby — reflecting a broader industry shift toward solution-led, relationship-driven engagement over mass-market booth presence. The visitor base was approximately 90% domestic Chinese, with international attendance skewing toward Southeast Asia, India, Central Asia, and the Middle East.
Notable exhibitorsUniviewMegviiZKTecoHiOSO TechnologyMicronet UnionUltravisionJ&R TechnologyHuanyu Vision (Unviot)
AI-researched Tue, 25 August 2026. Estimates from public sources. Verify with the organizer.
Topics
ISR & SensorsUAS / DronesAIC2 / Battle ManagementDual-use
Who it's for
PrimesSMEsInstitutions