Which major retailer famously entered the Chinese market in 2016 by first opening stores in which unexpected geographic location?

Test your knowledge about major retail chains and their international expansion strategies! Retailers often make strategic decisions when entering new geographic markets, balancing cultural preferences, logistics challenges, and market potential. This question explores a fascinating fact about one major retailer's unique approach to geographic expansion that defied conventional wisdom.

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Walmart opened in rural farming communities before urban centers
Amazon launched physical stores in Chinese industrial zones before cities
Costco started with floating stores in harbor cities before inland locations
Apple opened in lower-tier cities before establishing flagship stores in Shanghai or Beijing