The fifth China International Import Expo, scheduled to be held from Nov 5 to 10 in Shanghai, is getting its final touches before the official launch. Representatives from a total of 145 countries, regions and international organizations will participate in the event. The Media Center for CIIE launched services for registered journalists on Friday. The National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the main venue for the expo, is already dressed up for the opening ceremony to welcome guests from home and abroad.