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China Unveils Top-Level Plan for New Productive Forces
China issues a top-level policy framework for new quality productive forces, setting a 2026-2030 roadmap across five innovation areas and 19 measures.
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EconomyChina
China Q3 High-Frequency Data Points to Steadier Growth
China Q3 high-frequency data shows firmer consumption, trade and investment, the NDRC State Information Center says, as analysts flag a K-shaped economy.
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EconomyChina
China's FX Reserves Slip to $3.4003 Trillion in September
China's foreign exchange reserves fell 1.11% to $3.4003 trillion in September as a stronger dollar and weaker asset prices weighed on valuations.
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EconomyAsia
Sanya Tests Hainan Free Trade Port's Post-Closure Model
Sanya's first National Day holiday since Hainan's full-island customs closure drew 996,700 visitors as the free trade port tested its model.
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EconomyAsia
China FX Reserves Slip to $3.4003 Trillion in September
China's foreign exchange reserves fell 1.11% to $3.4003 trillion in September as a stronger dollar and weaker global asset prices weighed on valuations.
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EconomyChina
China's Holiday Midpoint: 300M Trips a Day Test Economy
At the 2026 National Day midpoint, China logged 300M+ daily cross-region trips, as state media frames holiday travel as proof of economic resilience.
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EconomyChina
China Government Procurement Hit 3.32 Trillion Yuan in 2025
China's 2025 government procurement reached 3.32 trillion yuan, down 1.6% year-on-year, as services and green spending expanded.
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EconomyChina
China's Golden Week: Record Travel, Muted Spending
China's National Day holiday drove record travel and outbound demand, but analysts warn high volumes mask weak per-capita spending.
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EconomyChina
China's Highway Rest Stop Becomes a Tourist Magnet
A Tongxiang highway service area drew nearly 80,000 visitors in a day, signaling the rising consumption power of China's county-level markets.
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EconomyChina
China Current Account Tops $4.6T, Up 16% in H1
China's current account receipts and payments rose 16% to $4.6 trillion in H1 2026, SAFE data show, with inbound investment netting $192 billion.
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EconomyAsia
China Manufacturing PMI Returns to Expansion at 50.1%
China's official manufacturing PMI rose to 50.1% in September 2026, ending a two-month contraction as production and non-manufacturing activity rebounded.
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PolicyEconomy
China Deploys 19 Measures to Redirect Finance to Services
Eight Chinese departments unveiled 19 measures to channel financing into the service sector, targeting asset-light firms and a 100 trillion yuan goal.
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EconomyChina
China Industrial Profits Up 15.7% on AI Electronics Boom
China's industrial profits rose 15.7% in the first eight months of 2026, led by a booming electronics sector as the AI infrastructure buildout accelerates.
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EconomyChina
China's 10 Departments Move to Boost RV Consumption
Ten Chinese departments issued nine measures to spur RV and car consumption, easing scrapping rules, parking and campgrounds to unlock consumer demand.
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EconomyAsia
PBOC Signals Stepped-Up Countercyclical Support
China's central bank pledged to step up countercyclical adjustment and keep monetary policy appropriately loose, sharpening its focus on growth and prices.
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EconomyChina
China's Top 500 Private Firms Post Record Revenue
ACFIC's 2026 Top 500 Chinese private enterprises list shows combined revenue of 44.93 trillion yuan, led by JD.com, Alibaba and Hengli Group.
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EconomyChina
China Launches Holiday Tourism Push With ¥310M in Vouchers
China launched its 2026 National Day culture and tourism consumption month, releasing over 310 million yuan in vouchers and planning 20,000-plus events.
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EconomyChina
China Holds LPR Steady for 16th Straight Month
China's Loan Prime Rate stayed unchanged for a 16th month, as analysts say external tightening by the Fed, ECB and BOJ has limited impact.
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EconomyAsia
Shanghai Home Sales Surge as 'Golden September' Peak Hits
Shanghai second-hand home sales hit a second-half high in September, with 1,495 single-day transactions as policy easing fuels a market recovery.
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EconomyChina
China Fiscal Revenue Slows, Spending Shrinks in August
China's August fiscal revenue growth slowed to 4.7% while government spending contracted, as property downturn and weak demand weigh on public finances.
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EconomyChina
China Consumer Market Cools as Services Outpace Goods
China retail sales rose 2.5% in Jan-Aug 2026, but August growth slowed to 0.4% as spending shifts from goods to services.
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PoliticsAsia
Hong Kong Unveils First-Ever Five-Year Development Plan
Hong Kong SAR released its first five-year plan (2026-2030), aligning the city with China's national strategy across 22 indicators.
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TechnologyChina
Shanghai Unveils Sweeping AI Plans for 2026-2030
Shanghai issued multiple AI-focused 15th Five-Year Plans, targeting a 4-trillion-yuan software sector and 100,000-card computing clusters by 2030.
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EconomyAsia
China August Data: Steady Growth, Deepening Cracks
China's August data show resilient industry and exports but weak consumption and a 7.2% investment slump, exposing a widening supply-demand gap.
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EconomyPolicy
China Deploys Digital Rural Plan for 15th Five-Year Plan
China's three departments issued a Digital Village Action Plan (2026-2030), targeting rural connectivity, smart agriculture, and digital governance.
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EconomyAsia
China's Services Trade Races Ahead at 2026 CIFTIS
At the 2026 CIFTIS in Beijing, China spotlights services trade, projected by the WTO to grow 4.8% this year, outpacing goods trade growth of 1.9%.
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BusinessEconomy
Services Trade Outpaces Goods as CIFTIS 2026 Opens
China's 2026 CIFTIS spotlights 'invisible' services trade growing 4.8% globally as AI reshapes how services cross borders.
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Economy
China's August CPI Rises 0.8% on Energy Price Rebound
China's CPI rose 0.8% year-on-year in August, driven by energy price rebound amid Middle East tensions, while core inflation remained subdued at 1.0%.
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Economy
China injects 300B yuan into 8 financial enterprises
China issues 300B yuan in treasury bonds to strengthen capital at 8 central financial enterprises, boosting financial stability and credit capacity.
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Economy
China's Trade Grows 17.6% in First 8 Months of 2026
China's foreign trade rose 17.6% year-on-year to 34.78 trillion yuan in the first eight months of 2026, with imports outpacing exports.
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Economy
China's Consumption Push: Frontline Provinces Show the Way
Frontline reporting shows how Hunan, Fujian, and Shandong drive China's consumption expansion through night economies, first stores, and county innovation.
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EconomyTechnology
China Electronics Profits Surge 105% on AI Boom
China's electronics manufacturing profits jumped 105% in Jan-Jul to 705.7B yuan, driven by AI demand and memory chip boom.
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Economy & Trade
2026 CIFTIS Opens in Beijing with Notable Debuts
The 2026 CIFTIS opens Sept 9-13 in Beijing with new exhibition zones, 90 countries, and 1,800+ exhibitors.
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Economy
China Electronics Profits Surge 110% on AI Chip Demand
China's electronics industry profits surged 110% in Jan-July 2026, driven by AI chip demand, contributing 9.3 points to overall industrial profit growth.
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Economy
China's Industrial Profits Surge 17.6% in First Seven Months
China's industrial profits rose 17.6% in Jan-July 2026, driven by AI-related electronics boom, with high-tech manufacturing leading growth.
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Economy
China Expands Fiscal-Financial Measures for Domestic Demand
China upgrades fiscal-financial coordination with expanded interest subsidies, more banks, and higher credit limits to boost consumption.
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Economy
Tianjin's Five-Year Push as Consumption Hub
Tianjin marks five years as an international consumption center city with 2,200+ first stores, new consumption scenes, and growing global appeal.
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Economy
China Expands Fiscal-Financial Coordination to Boost Demand
China's three key departments expand fiscal-financial coordination policies, broadening subsidies and raising limits to boost domestic demand.
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Real EstateEconomy
Shanghai's 'Huba Eight' Housing Package Targets Demand
Shanghai rolls out 'Huba Eight' housing policies cutting down payments, expanding provident fund use, and offering up to 80,000 yuan in trade-in subsidies.
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Economy
China Unveils 18 Measures to Boost County-Level Consumption
China's nine government departments unveil 18 measures to stimulate county-level consumption, targeting 90% of national land area and 50% of population.
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Government & Politics
Li Qiang Chairs 12th State Council Plenary Meeting
Premier Li Qiang chaired the 12th State Council plenary meeting, urging economic stability, domestic demand expansion, and Five-Year Plan implementation.
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Economy & Finance
China Issues 800B Yuan Policy Financial Instrument Plan
China issues implementation plan for 800B yuan policy financial instrument with first-time interest subsidies and increased focus on private investment.
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Economy
PBOC Keeps Supportive Stance, More Policy Easing Expected
PBOC keeps supportive monetary policy as July data shows social financing and M2 growth outpacing GDP, with more easing expected.
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EconomyTourism
Foreign Tourists Flock to Shenzhen for Tech Shopping
Shenzhen's Huaqiangbei electronics market draws record foreign tourists seeking AI gadgets, drones and smart devices as China's inbound tourism surges.
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Economy
Foreign Investment Surges in China's High-End Manufacturing
Foreign investment in China's high-tech industries rose 33.2% in H1 2026 as major projects land in semiconductors, EV components, and advanced materials.
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EconomyTourism
Hainan Unveils New International Tourism Consumption Plan
Hainan unveils its 15th Five-Year Plan for tourism consumption, targeting 154 million visitors and 50 billion yuan in duty-free sales by 2030.
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Economy
China Targets 60 Trillion Yuan Retail Sales by 2030
China's first national consumption plan targets 60 trillion yuan in retail sales by 2030, adding 10 trillion yuan over five years.
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Economy
China's Regions Build Emerging Industries in New Plan
Regions across China accelerate emerging industry growth in the 15th Five-Year Plan's first year, from robots to lithium batteries.
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Economy
China Adds Housing to Bulk Consumption to Boost Demand
China's State Council includes housing in bulk consumption category, prompting cities like Beijing to ease purchase rules and boost domestic demand.
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Economy & Trade
China's H1 Economic Data Shows Resilience, Vitality
China's H1 2026 data shows 4.7% GDP growth, surging high-tech manufacturing, record trade, and accelerating green transition amid global headwinds.
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EconomyTrade
2026 CIFTIS Set to Showcase China's Service Trade Ambitions
The 2026 CIFTIS opens Sept 9-13 in Beijing with Norway as guest of honor, 180+ innovations, and a new going-global focus.
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Economy & Trade
China's Economy: Stability Matters More Than Speed
People's Daily argues China's economy should be judged by stability and resilience, not just growth speed, citing key H1 2026 data.
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Economy
China's July CPI Rises 0.5% Year-on-Year
China's July CPI rose 0.5% year-on-year, the slowest since January, as falling gasoline prices offset AI-driven electronics gains and summer travel demand.
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Economy
China's Hand-Made Economy: From Creation to Scale
China's 'hand-made economy' booms with 16M+ one-person companies, but scaling sustainably requires navigating legal and IP challenges.
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Economy
China's July Inflation Cools as Imports Outpace Exports
China's July CPI rose 0.5% as import growth outpaced exports by 8 percentage points in the first seven months, signaling shifting trade dynamics.
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Real EstateEconomy
Beijing Cuts Homebuying Threshold, Boosts Housing Fund Loans
Beijing cuts homebuying social insurance to 1 year, raises housing fund loan caps to 3.4M yuan, and relaxes gift rules in market stabilization push.
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EconomyChina
China's Fiscal Stability Supports Economic Growth Momentum
China's H1 2026 fiscal revenue grew 4.7% to 12.1 trillion yuan, with tax revenue up 5.3%, supporting economic recovery and growth momentum.
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EconomyInvestment
Foreign Institutions Bullish on China's Economy
Foreign institutions remain confident in China's economy, citing innovation-led growth, AI advances, and manufacturing strengths as key drivers.
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Economy
China's Trade Tops 30 Trillion Yuan Amid Economic Resilience
China's goods trade surpassed 30 trillion yuan in early 2026, up 17.3%, as fiscal stability and foreign confidence signal economic resilience.
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Economy
China's Fiscal Operations Support Economic Growth
China's H1 2026 fiscal revenue grew 4.7% year-on-year, supporting economic recovery through proactive fiscal policy and fiscal-financial coordination.
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EconomyChina
Foreign Institutions Back China's Economy on Innovation
Foreign institutions express confidence in China's economy, citing innovation and new growth drivers as key factors.
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Economy & IndustryTechnology
China's Industrial Robot Output Tops 530,000 Units in H1
China produced over 530,000 industrial robots in H1 2026, up 28% year-on-year, reflecting accelerating manufacturing automation and smart factory growth.
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Economy
China's H1 Gold Output Falls 14.6%, Consumption Rises
China's H1 gold production fell 14.62% while consumption rose 1.23%, driven by mine safety inspections and a shift toward investment-grade gold.
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Economy
China's Provincial Reports Show Solid '15th Five-Year' Start
All 31 Chinese provinces posted positive GDP growth in H1 2026, marking a solid start to the '15th Five-Year' plan with new quality productive forces.
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Economy & Finance
Gold Price Slump Exposes Luxury Gold Brand Vulnerabilities
As gold prices fall over 28% from peak, Laopu Gold's premium pricing model faces its biggest test, with Q2 revenue down 76-87% and stock plunging 70%.
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TechnologyEconomy
AI Token Pricing: The New 'Water and Electricity'
As AI tokens become the currency of the intelligent era, China debates standardized pricing and transparent billing for the digital resource powering AI.
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Economy & Finance
China's Financial Leasing Assets Hit 5.23 Trillion Yuan
China's financial leasing industry reached 5.23 trillion yuan in total assets in 2025, up 7.89%, with tech-driven leasing segments surging.
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Economy
Shandong Ports Become Supply Chain Hubs for Key Industries
Shandong is transforming ports into supply chain service platforms, cutting logistics costs and boosting export competitiveness across key industries.
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EconomyTechnology
China's Synthetic Diamond Exports Surge 65% Globally
China's synthetic diamond exports through the Shanghai Diamond Exchange surged 65.3% in H1 2026, cementing its global leadership in lab-grown diamonds.
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EconomyTechnology
AI Boom Sparks High-End PCB Order Surge, Chain Ripple
High-end circuit board orders surge as AI computing power demand ripples through hardware supply chains, boosting metals and materials industries.
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Economy
PBOC Signals Flexibility in Adjusting Monetary Policy Tools
China's central bank pledges comprehensive use and timely adjustment of monetary policy tools, signaling readiness for further easing.
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Economy
China's Marine Economy Hits 5.5 Trillion Yuan in H1 2026
China's marine economy hit 5.5 trillion yuan in H1 2026, up 5.1%, outpacing GDP growth as shipbuilding and offshore engineering lead expansion.
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Economy
Xuzhou's New Consumer Scenes Draw Repeat Visitors
Xuzhou, Jiangsu is transforming cultural heritage into immersive consumer experiences, driving repeat tourism and regional economic growth.
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Economy & Industry
China's Electronics Revenue Hits 9.41 Trillion Yuan
China's electronic information manufacturing revenue reached 9.41 trillion yuan in H1 2026, up 18.5%, with profits nearly doubling on AI-driven demand.
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PoliticsEconomy
Li Qiang Chairs State Council Meeting on Key National Work
Chinese Premier Li Qiang chairs a State Council meeting on economy, infrastructure, health, housing and nuclear power.
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EconomyPolitics
China H2 Economy: Experts See Supportive Policy Signals
Economists say China's H2 policy signals point to stronger fiscal-monetary coordination and domestic demand support after the July 30 Politburo meeting.
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Economy
China PMI Slips to 49.2; High-Tech Manufacturing Expands
China's manufacturing PMI fell to 49.2 in July, but high-tech manufacturing PMI hit 53.3, underscoring the shift toward high-end, intelligent production.
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Economy
China's 'Three-New' Economy Reaches 18.39% of GDP in 2025
China's 'three-new' economy hit 25.79 trillion yuan in 2025, accounting for 18.39% of GDP, up 0.38 points as new-growth sectors outpaced the economy.
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EconomyChina
China Says 755B Yuan Budget Investment Basically Allocated
China's top planner says 755 billion yuan in central budgetary investment is basically fully allocated, with a focus on livelihoods and disaster relief
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Economy
Extending China's Housing Fund Loans: Relief for Homeowners
Chinese cities roll out housing provident fund loan extensions, allowing borrowers to reduce monthly payments. At least 42 cities have adopted the policy.
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EconomyChina
China H1 2026 Economy: 4.7% Growth as New Drivers Emerge
China's H1 2026 GDP reached 69.6 trillion yuan, growing 4.7% as new economy drivers contributed over 40% of growth, per the China Economic Roundtable.
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Economy
China's Tax Revenue Tops 10 Trillion Yuan in H1 2026
China's tax revenue topped 10 trillion yuan in H1 2026, up 4.9% YoY. Over 100 million taxpayers received 150 billion yuan in refunds.
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EconomyTechnology
China's Cold Chain Innovation: Fresher, Cheaper Durians
China's cold chain innovation makes imported durians 30% cheaper and fresher than ever, with rail transit under 3 days and green logistics cutting costs.
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EconomyChina
China's Industrial Profits Surge 18.7% in H1 2026 on AI Boom
China's industrial profits jumped 18.7% in H1 2026, led by electronics surging 96.9% on AI demand, while steel and autos lagged amid structural shifts.
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EconomyChina
China Trade-In Sales Top 1.25 Trillion Yuan in 2026
China's consumer trade-in program drove 1.25 trillion yuan in sales in 2026, benefiting 169M people as Beijing boosts consumption and green transition.
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EconomyTechnology
China's New Energy Heavy Truck Sales Surge 78.6% in H1 2026
China's NEV heavy truck sales hit ~140k units in H1 2026, up 78.6% YoY, driven by 220B yuan in subsidies and rapid infrastructure buildout.
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Business & Economy
CATL Posts Record H1 Revenue as Green Energy Demand Surges
CATL posts record H1 2026 revenue of 276.9B yuan (+55%) as EV battery and energy storage demand surges amid the global green energy transition.
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EconomyChina
China's Trade-In Program Sales Drop as Stimulus Effect Fades
China's trade-in program generated 1.1 trillion yuan in H1 2026, down 31% from last year, as stimulus fatigue sets in and retail sales contract.
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Economy
China H1 2026: SOE Profits 1.4T, Shipbuilding Records
China's H1 2026 data: SOE profits hit 1.4 trillion yuan, shipbuilding records, AI-driven fund rally, while unemployment insurance slips into deficit.
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CultureEconomy
Low-Altitude Expo Opens as China Summer Tourism Booms
Flying taxis, summer tourism boom, new amusement ride safety rules, and WTT China Grand Slam headline China's latest developments.
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EconomyChina
China Adds 6.95 Million Urban Jobs in H1 2026
China added 6.95 million urban jobs in H1 2026 with 5.2% unemployment. Stable figures mask deeper shifts as Beijing navigates AI and youth employment.
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PoliticsEconomy
Xinhua Analysis Highlights Yiwu Model for County Development
Xinhua analyzes Yiwu's transformation from roadside market to global trade hub, offering lessons for county-level economic development nationwide.
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Economy
China's H1 2026 Economy: Jobs, Trade, and Investment Surge
China's H1 2026 economy: 6.95M new jobs, record 25.47T yuan trade, surging foreign investment, and domestic robots emerging as a key export.
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Economy
China's 'New Three New Items' Reshape Global Trade Landscape
China's manufacturing exports surge as robots, AI, and innovative drugs become new trade powerhouses, driving H1 2026 foreign trade past 25 trillion yuan.
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Economy
China Unveils 19 Measures for Domestic Service Overhaul
China's nine government departments issue 19 policy measures to standardize pricing, improve training, and professionalize domestic services.
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EconomyTrade
Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Foreign Trade Hits Record High in H1
Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region posted record foreign trade of 2.58 trillion yuan in H1 2026, up 16.2%, driven by high-tech exports and private-sector growth.
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EconomyTechnology
China IC Exports Surge 88.7%; Industrial Output Up 5.4%
China's industrial output grew 5.4% in H1 2026 while IC exports surged 88.7% on AI demand. MIIT data reveals a semiconductor boom and industrial upgrading.
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EconomyTechnology
China High-Tech Manufacturing Boom: Innovation Accelerates
China's high-tech manufacturing grew 13.3% in H1 2026, driven by breakthroughs in AI, semiconductors, aerospace and pharma.
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EconomyTrade
China's H1 Economy Shows Resilience Amid Global Headwinds
China's H1 GDP grew 4.7% as the Greater Bay Area hit a 1 trillion yuan trade milestone, foreign investment surged $160B, and oil imports plunged 41.3%.
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EconomyChina
China's H1 GDP Grows 4.7% as Economy Shows Resilience
China's H1 2026 GDP grew 4.7% to 69.57 trillion yuan, with Q2 at 4.3%. First-tier city housing prices rose for the fourth consecutive month.
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SocietyEconomy
China's Skilled Workforce Surpasses 220 Million
China's skilled workforce exceeds 220 million, with high-skilled talent surpassing 72 million, driving industrial upgrading and technological innovation.
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Economy
China's H1 GDP Grows 4.7% as Economy Shows Mixed Signals
China's H1 2026 GDP grew 4.7% year-on-year to 69.57 trillion yuan, with strong exports and high-tech manufacturing offsetting a real estate slump.
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PoliticsEconomy
Li Qiang Chairs Economic Symposium, Signals H2 Support
Premier Li Qiang chaired a high-level economic symposium with experts and entrepreneurs, signaling targeted stimulus for consumption and technology.
—5 min read
Economy
China's Economy Shows Steady Improvement in H1 2026
High-frequency data from China's NDRC shows steady H1 2026 economic improvement, with AI investment surging 118.4% and consumption trends stabilizing.
—4 min read
CultureEconomy
China's Live Performance Boom Fuels Summer Consumer Spending
China's live performance market is booming this summer, with concerts and cultural events driving consumer spending and fueling the ticket stub economy.
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EconomyEnergy
China Hits Triple Economic Milestones: Grain, Power, Marine
China reports record summer grain harvest, all-time high power load of 1.518 billion kW, and marine economy surpassing 11 trillion yuan.
—4 min read
Finance & Economy
Banks Rush to Tap Hong Kong's Yuan and Gold Market Expansion
Global banks race to tap Hong Kong's expanded yuan and gold market links as Beijing unveils 11 measures to cement its offshore hub status.
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Economy
China's June Core CPI Rises Moderately as AI Demand Surges
China's June CPI rose 1.0% YoY as core inflation held steady, while AI-driven manufacturing sectors saw strong demand growth.
—4 min read
EconomyChina
SASAC Launches 'Scene Vientiane' for SOE Innovation
SASAC launches 'Scene Vientiane' for central SOEs, releasing ten landmark scenarios to drive innovation through open collaboration.
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EconomyChina
China Economy Resilient with Record Grain Harvest, NEV Surge
China's June core CPI rises moderately, summer grain output exceeds 300 billion jin for the first time, and NEV sales surpass 7.4 million units in H1 2026.
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Economy
China's Economy Shows Resilience as H1 Data Signals Recovery
China's H1 2026 data signals economic recovery: logistics index at 50.6%, forex reserves at $3.4 trillion, gold reserves rise, water efficiency improves.
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ObituaryEconomy
Gao Shanwen, Outspoken Chinese Economist, Dies at 55
Gao Shanwen, influential Chinese economist known for candid views and challenging official GDP data, has died of T-cell lymphoma at age 55.
—4 min read
Economy
China's H1 Economy: Four Key Indicators Signal Recovery
China's H1 2026 economic data reveals resilience through four key indicators: power capacity, AI growth, consumer trade-ins, and Africa trade.
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Economy
China Logistics Index Hits 50.6% in June, Signaling Recovery
China's logistics index rose to 50.6% in June, a second straight month of expansion signaling continued economic recovery.
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EconomyFinance
70 A-Share Firms Pre-Announce H1 Results, 87% Report Gains
Nearly 90% of 70 early-reporting A-share firms forecast H1 2026 profit growth, driven by AI supply chains. Luxshare Precision leads with 18-22% net profit.
—4 min read
Economy & FinanceTechnology
China Economy Shows Steady Growth in Trade, Robotics, Tech
China reports robust economic data: 8,000 freight trains, 900 billion yuan in robotics revenue, and a breakthrough in high-precision measurement.
—4 min read
EconomyChina
World Bank Maintains 2026 China Growth Forecast at 4.4%
The World Bank keeps China's 2026 GDP growth forecast at 4.4%, citing high-tech investment and export resilience amid property sector headwinds.
—4 min read
EconomyTransportation
China's Railway Freight Hits 2.015 Billion Tons in H1 2026
China's railway freight reached 2.015 billion tons in H1 2026, up 1.8% YoY. Coal, grain, and China-Europe rail express all posted strong gains.
—4 min read
EconomyConsumer
Summer Consumption Surges Across China as Cool Economy Booms
China's summer consumption surges with booming tourism, Guangdong's $120M dining vouchers, and record travel deals as the cool economy drives demand.
—4 min read
PoliticsEconomy
Zhang Guoqing: Empower Industry, Create Jobs in Xinjiang
Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing calls on central SOEs to prioritize industrial empowerment and employment in Xinjiang during a July 2-5 inspection.
—4 min read
EconomyChina
China's Services Trade Grows 6% in First Five Months of 2026
China's services trade grew 6% year-on-year to 3.1 trillion yuan in Jan-May 2026, led by knowledge-intensive services and travel exports.
—5 min read
EconomyTrade
China's Knowledge-Intensive Service Exports Up 12.2%
China's knowledge-intensive service exports grew 12.2% in Jan-May 2026, reaching 6,677.5 billion yuan, as trade structure shifts to higher-value sectors.
—4 min read
Economy
China's Manufacturing PMI Returns to Expansion in June
China's manufacturing PMI rose to 50.3% in June, returning to expansion territory alongside housing market stabilization and mid-year economic progress.
—5 min read
TradeDiplomacy
EU and China Launch Trade Talks With October Deadline
EU and China hold first Trade and Investment Consultation in Brussels, issuing a rare joint statement with an October deadline to address trade imbalances.
—4 min read
Economy
China's Mid-Year Review Shows Economic Resilience
China's mid-year economic review reveals resilience in agriculture, infrastructure, ecology, and consumer markets as the half-year mark approaches.
—5 min read
Economy
China Logistics Up 5.2% as High-Tech and Green Sectors Rise
China's social logistics total hit 146.6 trillion yuan in Jan-May, up 5.2% YoY, driven by high-tech manufacturing, green energy, and cross-border trade.
—6 min read
EconomyCulture
China's Cultural Industry Tops 20 Trillion Yuan in 2025
China's cultural industry revenue exceeded 20 trillion yuan in 2025, up 8.8% YoY, driven by cultural services and new digital business formats.
—4 min read
Economy
China's Industrial Profits Surge 18.8% on AI Boom
China's industrial profits rose 18.8% in Jan-May 2026, driven by a 103.9% surge in electronics as AI chip demand soared, while downstream sectors lag.
—4 min read
EconomyTechnology
Summer Davos Closes in Dalian: Scaling Innovation for Growth
The 2026 Summer Davos Forum concluded in Dalian with 1,800 global leaders focused on scaling innovation and shared development amid economic challenges.
—5 min read
EconomyIndustry
China Industrial Profits Rise 18.8% in Jan-May 2026
China's industrial profits rose 18.8% in Jan-May 2026, driven by AI chip demand and raw materials. NBS warns of supply-demand imbalance.
—4 min read
Economy
China Economy: Rail Freight Surges, Ad Revenue Tops 2T
China's economy: EU-China rail freight surges 10.8x, advertising revenue tops 2 trillion yuan, real estate stabilizes, and Summer Davos Forum convenes.
—5 min read
EconomyGlobal Affairs
2026 Summer Davos: Global Leaders Gather in Dalian, China
The 2026 Summer Davos Forum in Dalian brings together 1,700+ global leaders to discuss innovation, AI, green energy, and economic cooperation.
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Economy & Business
Summer Davos 2026 Opens in Dalian with Record Participation
The 2026 Summer Davos Forum opens in Dalian with 1,700+ leaders from 90 countries, focusing on AI, trade shifts, and China's economic trajectory.
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Economy & Business
China Supply Chain Expo Opens Beijing, Boosting Global Ties
The fourth China International Supply Chain Expo opens in Beijing with 676 exhibitors from 85 countries, a new AI zone, and Australia as guest of honor.
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Economy & Trade
4th China Supply Chain Expo Opens with Record Global Turnout
The 4th China Supply Chain Expo opens in Beijing with 676 exhibitors from 85 countries, a new AI Zone, and Australia as Guest Country of Honour.
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EconomyFinance
China Securities Stamp Tax Surges 88.8% on Market Boom
China's securities transaction stamp tax revenue surged 88.8% YoY to 126.2 billion yuan in Jan-May 2026, reflecting surging stock market activity.
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Economy & Trade
Hainan Free Trade Port: Strong Results After Six Months
Six months after customs closure, Hainan Free Trade Port reports surging trade, 123% enterprise growth, and expanding zero-tariff benefits.
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Economy
China's Economy Shows Strength in Plan Opening Year
China's economy shows resilience in the 15th Five-Year Plan's opening year, with 5.0% Q1 GDP growth, surging trade, and advances in AI.
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EconomyTrade
China Exports Surge 19% as $9B Stimulus Targets Consumption
China's May exports surged 19% on AI-chip demand while retail sales shrank, prompting a fresh $9.2 billion consumer stimulus package.
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Economy & TradeChina
Hainan Free Trade Port Shows Strong Growth Six Months In
Six months after customs closure, Hainan Free Trade Port reports surging trade, 123% jump in new enterprises, and expanding global engagement.
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Finance & Economy
Foreign Banks Bullish on Chinese Assets as Innovation Grows
UBS, Morgan Stanley, HSBC, and Nomura express bullish outlook on Chinese assets, citing innovation, AI growth, and energy resilience.
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EconomyAgriculture
China's Pork Prices Rebound: Has the Pig Cycle Turned?
Pork prices in China have rebounded for consecutive days, sparking debate over whether the pig cycle has turned. Experts analyze the outlook.
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EconomyTechnology
China's 618 Shopping Festival Shows New Consumer Vitality
China's 618 shopping festival shows 7.7% online retail growth, AI-powered e-commerce, and a surge in health and service consumption.
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Economy & Trade
Hainan Free Trade Port: 1.65M Entries Since Customs Closure
Hainan Free Trade Port recorded 1.654M entries and exits in six months since customs closure, a 31.2% increase driven by visa-free access.
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Economy
Hainan Free Trade Port: Six-Month Business and Trade Surge
Six months after customs closure, Hainan Free Trade Port reports 172,100 new businesses, 54.6% trade growth, and zero-tariff imports up 120%.
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EconomyTrade
Hainan Free Trade Port: Tangible Gains Six Months On
Six months after full closure, Hainan Free Trade Port reports 123% surge in new enterprises, doubled zero-tariff imports, and booming tourism.
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EconomyPolicy
China Unveils Major Economic Reforms in Green, Finance, Jobs
China announces major economic reforms on June 18: green transition initiatives, new employment strategy, QDII quotas, and financial opening pledges.
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EconomyChina
China Retail Sales Shrink for First Time Since 2022
China's retail sales fell 0.6% in May, the first decline since 2022, as consumer spending weakens and property woes deepen, signaling economic pressure.
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EconomyReal Estate
China's May Economy: Steady Growth, Housing Recovery Signs
China's May economy shows steady growth as high-tech manufacturing surges 15.1% and first-tier housing prices rise, signaling market stabilization.
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Economy
NBS: Profit Differentiation Widens as Enterprise Costs Rise
China's NBS reports rising enterprise costs and profit differentiation across industries, with mid-to-downstream firms facing temporary pressures.
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EconomyChina
China's Economy Steady as High-Tech Manufacturing Surges
China's economy grew steadily in Jan-May 2026 with industrial output up 5.4%, but weak demand and real estate challenges persist, NBS data shows.
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EconomyChina
China May Data: M1 Growth Accelerates, M2 Holds Steady
China's May financial data shows M1 money supply growth accelerating to 5.5% while M2 remains stable at 8.6%, signaling improved liquidity.
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TechnologyEconomy
AI Moves from Digital to Physical: Industry Leaders Map Path
At Bosch Connected World 2026, leaders from Bosch, Alibaba and Volkswagen outlined how AI is moving from digital to manufacturing and robotics.
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Economy
Gold Fever Melts Luxury Watches as Metal Trumps Craft
Gold prices near $4,200/oz drive luxury watch melting trend in China and globally, as mid-range timepieces are scrapped for bullion.
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EconomyBusiness
China's Economy Resilient: Foreign Investment, Chip Boom
China's economy signals strength: 530,000+ foreign firms, Japan chip exports surge 48%, and family trusts near 1 trillion yuan.
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EconomyBusiness
Caixin Summer Summit Opens in Hong Kong on AI and GBA
The 9th Caixin Summer Summit opens in Hong Kong, uniting leaders to discuss AI, Greater Bay Area integration, and global expansion.
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EconomyTrade
China Cold Chain Logistics Market to Hit 585 Billion Yuan
China's cold chain logistics market is projected to surpass 585 billion yuan in 2026, driven by fresh food and pharmaceutical demand.
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Economy
China Trade Up 15.3% as Leading Indicators Signal Stability
China's foreign trade grew 15.3% to 20.68 trillion yuan in Jan-May 2026, while the excavator index and consumer data point to a stable, improving economy.
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EconomyTrade
China's Service Exports Surge 15% as Global Push Accelerates
China's service exports hit 985 billion yuan in Jan-Apr 2026, up 15% year-on-year, as knowledge-intensive services and travel exports drive growth.
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EconomyTechnology
China Electronics Output Surges 14% on AI Manufacturing Boom
China's electronics output grew 14% in Jan-Apr 2026, with profits surging 108%, driven by AI demand and industrial upgrading.
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EconomyChina
China's May Commodity Index Signals Steady Economic Growth
China's May CCPI rose to 132.5 points, up 0.3% month-on-month and 20.2% year-on-year, signaling steady economic growth amid sector divergence.
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TechnologyEconomy
South Korea Rides AI Chip Boom to Rare China Trade Surplus
South Korea achieves rare trade surplus with China as AI memory chip exports surge 243% in May, reshaping regional trade dynamics amid US export controls.
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EconomyChina
China's Economic Shift: Trillion-Yuan Cities and Pensions
Nanchang nears trillion-yuan GDP status, savings bonds join personal pensions, and China's low-altitude economy accelerates toward industrialization.
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EconomySociety
Hangzhou's 'Accompanying Team' Model Supports Startups
Hangzhou introduces an 'entrepreneurship accompanying team' model, pairing experienced mentors with startup founders for full-process guidance and support.
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EconomyTourism
China Issues Landmark Policy to Boost Industrial Tourism
Seven Chinese ministries jointly issue a landmark policy to develop industrial tourism, promoting factory tours, smart experiences, and heritage sites.
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CultureEconomy
China's Guochao Trend Surges as Cultural Confidence Grows
China's Guochao trend accelerates as Gen Z embraces domestic brands blending tradition with modern design, projected to exceed 3 trillion yuan by 2028.
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EconomyChina
China Manufacturing PMI Holds at 50.0% in May
China's May manufacturing PMI held at 50.0%, as high-tech sectors surged while SMEs and traditional industries struggled.
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EconomyFinance
China Issues RMB 6 Billion Green Sovereign Bonds in HK
China issues RMB 6 billion in green sovereign bonds in Hong Kong, attracting 62.4 billion in subscriptions and reinforcing green finance leadership.
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EconomyChina
China Approves Yacht Free Travel for Greater Bay Area
China's State Council approves a landmark yacht free travel scheme for the Greater Bay Area, unlocking marine tourism and a 100-billion-yuan industry.
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EconomyPolicy
China Unveils 15th Five-Year Urban Renewal Plan
China issues first urban renewal five-year plan as logistics surge, trade-in policies boost consumption, and economists debate export rebate cuts.
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EconomyTechnology
China Industrial Profits Surge on AI Boom, Fastest in 2 Yrs
China's industrial profits surged 24.7% in April, the fastest in over two years, driven by AI demand, semiconductors, and higher oil prices.
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EconomyTechnology
New Quality Productive Forces Power China 15th Plan Economy
From fusion energy to humanoid robots, China's new quality productive forces drive high-quality development in the 15th Five-Year Plan era.
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Economy
China Logistics Data: 5.5% Growth Signals Surging Momentum
China's Jan-Apr logistics value reached 121.7 trillion yuan, up 5.5% YoY. High-tech manufacturing and instant retail surge as cross-border networks expand.
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EconomyChina
China's Trade-In Policy Drives $28.7 Billion in Spending
China's trade-in policy has benefited 31 million consumers and driven 207 billion yuan in sales as Beijing expands subsidies to smart home and AI products.
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EconomyChina
China Industrial Profits Surge 18.2% Led by High Tech
China's industrial profits grew 18.2% in Jan-Apr 2026, led by high-tech manufacturing and electronics as economic transformation accelerates.
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Economy & DevelopmentChina
Yangtze River Economic Belt: A New Era of Quality Growth
China's Yangtze River Economic Belt hits 65.83 trillion yuan GDP in 2025 as ecological restoration, green tech, and cultural preservation drive growth.
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EconomyChina
China Blends Tourism, Sports and Night Economy for Growth
China expands summer consumption through multi-format integration, blending tourism, sports, and night economy to boost domestic demand.
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EconomyChina
China Revenue Rises as Spending Slows, Profits Surge
China's fiscal revenue rose 6.7% in April while spending fell 3.2%. Industrial profits surged 24.7% on AI and energy demand, signaling a mixed economy.
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EconomyChina
Guangdong Launches $14B Strategic Industry Fund
Guangdong launches a 100-billion-yuan strategic industry fund with no fixed term, pioneering long-cycle investment in AI, new energy, and manufacturing.
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Economy & Business
China Names 40 Cities for Auto Circulation Reform Pilot
China selects 40 cities including Beijing and Shanghai for a pilot program to reform auto circulation, covering second-hand cars, RV camping, and racing.
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EconomyLogistics
China's Cold Chain Logistics Grows Steadily in Q1
China's cold chain logistics demand hit 0.867B tons in Q1 2026, up 4.46%. New energy refrigerated truck sales surged 66.55% as smart storage grows.
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Economy
Yuan Hits Three-Year High: Where the Currency Is Headed
The Chinese yuan hits a three-year high against the US dollar. Analysts debate the trajectory as Goldman Sachs forecasts 6.5 per dollar.
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Economy & Business
China Express Delivery Volume Hits 64.5 Billion Parcels
China's express delivery volume exceeded 64.5 billion parcels in Jan-Apr 2026, up 5.1% year-on-year, signaling resilient consumer demand.
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Economy & Business
8th Western China Fair Opens May 21 in Chongqing
The 8th Western China International Fair opens May 21 in Chongqing, featuring 1,400 enterprises from 50 countries, with the UK as Guest of Honor.
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EconomyFinance
China's Fiscal Revenue Grows 3.5% in First Four Months
China's fiscal revenue rose 3.5% year-on-year in Jan-Apr 2026, accelerating from Q1, as tax growth and front-loaded spending signal economic recovery.
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