4.5–5% growth target seen as achievable
China’s economic growth target of 4.5 to 5 percent is a realistic goal based on current international conditions and the country is capable of exceeding this range while continuing to…
MNCs bullish on China’s growth plans, policies
Editor’s Note: This year’s two sessions, which opened on March 4, come at a pivotal moment as China embarks on its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30). We invited executives from multinational…
Progress seen in agri product processing
The key to transforming local agricultural resources into “rewarding” industries that drive rural prosperity and local economic growth lies in applying “industrial mentality and supply chain thinking”, Yang Jun, mayor…
Vision for humanoid robots outlined
Lei Jun (center), founder of Xiaomi, interviewed by reporters at the ongoing two sessions in Beijing. ZHANG WEI/CHINA DAILY More efforts are needed to expand application scenarios in smart manufacturing…
Gansu advances industrial upgrade to bolster growth
A view of a data center in Qingyang, Gansu province. XINHUA Northwest China’s Gansu province is transforming its industrial base by pushing forward an industry-driven development strategy to modernize its…
Recalibrating for quality, sustainable growth era
If one were to judge the priorities of this year’s two sessions by the sheer density of cameras and voice recorders, the answer would be unequivocal: it’s the economy. As…
Smart driving standards seen as key
A Wuling vehicle is assembled on an automated production line in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Jan 30. LI HANCHI/FOR CHINA DAILY China should establish its own intelligent driving…
Capital mkt reforms key to high-quality development
CAI MENG/CHINA DAILY The capital market is not only a vital platform for resource allocation and innovation-driven development, but also a key hub supporting China’s long-term economic competitiveness and the…
Shopping in China initiative opportunity for businesses
Customers choose Spanish ham and red wine at a store selling imported goods at Yiwu China Commodity City in Yiwu, Zhejiang province, on Jan 30. XU YU/XINHUA The “Shopping in…
Global biz benefiting from China’s consumption upgrade
People shop at a downtown duty-free shop in North China’s Tianjin municipality, Nov 28, 2025. Waiting in line for tax refunds, once a familiar scene for Chinese tourists at airports…