Traditional Manufacturing Gets a Makeover—Bulking Up the Real Economy's Core!

Picture this: The global economy is a boxing ring, and traditional manufacturing is the heavyweight champion. But right now, it's facing a tough match—new tech is throwing curveballs, and competitors are stepping up their game. Upgrading these industries isn't just a flex; it's the secret sauce to keeping the real economy jacked and ready for the future.

The World's Manufacturing Makeover Is On

Developed countries are like, "Wait, we want our manufacturing swagger back!" and pushing "reindustrialization" strategies. Meanwhile, emerging economies are hot on their heels, snagging industries with lower costs. But here's the plot twist: Next-gen tech like big data, AI, IoT, and 5G is like the ultimate trainer, giving traditional manufacturing the tools to transform.

China's traditional factories? They've had some rough patches—think overcapacity, so-so innovation, low efficiency, and major environmental vibes. Stats don't lie: Some sectors are using less than 70% of their capacity, and energy use per unit is 20-30% higher than in developed countries. If they don't level up, they'll lose the global hustle and mess with the real economy's mojo.

Tech Innovation: The Secret Weapon

Companies are already bringing the heat with tech upgrades. Take auto manufacturing—some firms tossed in industrial robots and smart systems, and bam! A car production line that needed 500 workers now rocks with 200, but cranks out 30% more cars. And big data? It's like a psychic for businesses. Clothing brands are collecting body stats and style preferences to make custom threads, boosting profits by 15% compared to old-school production. Talk about turning heads!

When Industries Collide: The Coolest Mashup Ever

Mixing manufacturing with services is where the magic happens. Equipment makers aren't just selling products—they're offering "product + service" combos, like installation, maintenance, and remote monitoring. One construction machinery company started leasing equipment and offering smart maintenance, and boom—service revenue jumped from 10% to 30% of total income. Plus, teaming up manufacturing with agriculture? Hello, new markets! Think deep-processed farm products and smart farm machines, pulling 上下游 industries together like a perfect puzzle.

Government: The Ultimate Cheerleader

The government's got the squad's back with cash incentives and tax breaks. They're handing out 10-15% subsidies for advanced equipment and letting companies deduct 100% of eligible R&D costs. And those industrial parks? They're like manufacturing playgrounds, packed with infrastructure and designed for companies to share resources and swap tech tips. In some clusters, over 80% of businesses collaborate—cutting costs and making the whole industry a total power player.

Talent: The Heartbeat of Transformation

No upgrade happens without the right crew. Companies are teaming up with colleges for "custom-order" talent training, tailoring courses to their needs. On-the-job training is also a big deal—one steel company fired up 全员技能培训，and their skill 达标率 (proficiency rate) went from 75% to 95%. That's the kind of human power that keeps the transformation train chugging.

Wrapping up: Upgrading traditional manufacturing isn't just about making companies stronger—it's about building a rock-solid real economy that's high-quality, efficient, fair, and sustainable. With tech evolving and policies getting better, these industries are about to own the spotlight and flex their muscles on the global stage. Let the transformation roll! 💪

Cybersecurity Just Got a New Rulebook—Dial 12387 for Help!

Folks, surfing the web’s about to get way less stressful! On September 15th, China’s Cyberspace Administration dropped a total game-changer: the National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Management Measures officially launched. This thing’s here to set clear rules for reporting cybersecurity messes, and it goes live on November 1st—mark your calendars!

Let’s be real, the internet’s a wild place these days. Hacker attacks and data leaks pop up left and right, causing bigger headaches every time. Like, imagine your phone gets charged for random stuff you never bought, or your company’s server gets hacked and all its data vanishes—those are cybersecurity incidents, and they’re no joke. Before, when stuff like this happened, people either had no clue how to report it or dragged their feet… and small problems blew up into huge disasters. Well, this new rulebook’s here to fix that nonsense!

The Measures have 14 rules, and every single one’s all about keeping you safe online. It spells out exactly what counts as a reportable incident, who’s in charge of handling it, who needs to report, how to do it, when to do it, and what info to include. No more guesswork! Whether you’re a business, an organization, or just a regular person scrolling TikTok, if you run into a cybersecurity issue, you gotta report it on time—no exceptions.

Here’s the kicker: The new rules don’t mess around with slackers. If you intentionally report late, skip reporting, lie about what happened, or cover it up—and it causes big trouble? You’ll get hit with heavy penalties: fines, maybe even shutting down your business. But if you play it smart? If you have good security measures in place, and you report the issue right away to minimize damage? You might get a lighter punishment… or even off the hook entirely. It’s like school: The kid who studies hard and owns up to mistakes gets cut some slack—same energy here.

And the best part? Reporting’s never been easier! The cyberspace authorities rolled out 6 whole ways to report: the brand-new 12387 hotline, their official website, WeChat public account, WeChat mini-program, email, and fax. Whether you’re spotting a problem while scrolling your phone or sitting at your work computer, there’s a way to report that fits you. It’s like food delivery apps—so many options, you’re guaranteed to find one that works.

So next time you run into a cybersecurity headache? Don’t freeze up. Grab your phone, dial 12387, or pick another reporting channel—and let’s keep our internet safe together! 🛡️

China's Big Businesses Are Killing It in 2025—Here's the Proof!

Hold onto your coffee—on September 15th, the China Enterprise Confederation dropped the "2025 China Top 500 Enterprises" list, and the numbers are straight-up impressive. The entry threshold for the list just hit a 23-year streak of growth, landing at 47.96 billion RMB—up 579 million from last year. That's not just a flex; it's a total vibe check showing Chinese giants are growing bigger, making more cash, and firing on all innovation cylinders.

Since the 14th Five-Year Plan dropped, these 500 powerhouses have been on a mission.

Even with the global economy throwing curveballs, they've stuck to the "steady progress" playbook, pumping up their growth engines. They're the real MVPs in pushing industry upgrades, cranking up homegrown innovation, and stepping up in international competition—literally holding up the roof of China's high-quality economic growth.

"Despite all the challenges at home and abroad, China's big players are showing insane resilience," says Zhu Hongren, the Confederation's secretary-general. And the stats back him up:

2025's Top 500 raked in 110.15 trillion RMB in revenue (up from last year!)

Net profit for parent companies hit 4.71 trillion RMB, a 4.39% year-on-year jump

The number of billion-yuan giants? Went from 222 in 2020 to 267 in 2024 (that's 45 new members!)

15 companies even crossed the trillion-yuan revenue mark—hello, industry legends!

When it comes to going global, Chinese firms are stepping on the gas.

The "2025 China Top 100 Multinational Companies" list now has a 22.173 billion RMB entry ticket—up 2.333 billion (11.76%!) from last year. Their overseas assets? A whopping 11.96 trillion RMB. And the average "transnational index" hit 15.56%, up 0.21 points from before. Translation: Chinese multinationals are getting seriously good at grabbing global resources and conquering international markets—their global clout is off the charts.

Sure, the economy still has its "plot twists," but Chinese giants are sitting on major advantages: a rock-solid industrial base, a massive domestic market, and constant reform-innovation perks. Looking ahead, they're ready to level up as world-class players, cooking up more moves to drive China's high-quality growth and flex its economic muscle globally.

In short: China's business heavyweights are here to dominate, and 2025 is just the beginning. 🚀

China’s First AI Big Model "Exam" Results Are In—Here’s What They Revealed!

On September 16th, at the 22nd China Cybersecurity Annual Conference (plus the National Cybersecurity Publicity Week’s Collaborative Defense Sub-forum) in Kunming, China dropped the results of its first-ever AI big model "final exam"! And let’s be clear—this wasn’t some easy pop quiz. It was a no-holds-barred "vulnerability hunt," so let’s break down how these AI models fared.

First off, the "exam lineup" was stacked. 15 domestic AI big models and apps showed up to test their skills. We’re talking everything here: "straight-A students" (basic big models), "specialty stars" (domain-specific models that nail one area but might lag elsewhere), "support crew" (AI agents and model development platforms), and both single-modal and multi-modal models. Basically, it was like an AI "martial arts tournament"—all the top players in the game showed up.

But when the results dropped? Yikes, it had everyone holding their breath. The tests uncovered a total of 281 security vulnerabilities. Do the math— that’s nearly 20 "flaws" per model on average! Even scarier: 177 of these were unique to AI big models—like each model’s own little "weak spot." If bad guys get their hands on these, the chaos could be real. Imagine an AI spouting sensitive info when you ask it a question, or getting tricked into doing something it’s not supposed to—total nightmare fuel.

This "exam" wasn’t thrown together last minute, either. It’s the real deal: guided by the Cybersecurity Coordination Bureau of the Central Cyberspace Administration, hosted by the National Computer Network Emergency Response Technical Team/Coordination Center of China, and backed by tech support from the Cybersecurity Crowdsourcing Testing Platform and the National Cybersecurity Talent & Innovation Base. Think of it as "national-level proctoring"—no cheating, no cutting corners. The goal? Make sure AI big models can race ahead (chasing that high-quality growth) and stay rock-solid on security. After all, nobody wants their AI to suddenly "crash" mid-use… or worse, get hijacked by bad guys.

At the end of the day, this crowdsourced test was like a full-body "checkup" for China’s AI big models. Yeah, they found a bunch of issues—but that’s a good thing! It’s a roadmap for developers to fix what’s broken. With these fixes, the AI models we use down the line will be safer, more reliable, and actually live up to that "smart helper" hype—whether we’re using them at work or in our daily lives.

Here’s to AI getting smarter and safer—fingers crossed next year’s "exam" scores are way better! 🤞

China’s AI Healthcare: A Smart New Vision for Tech 

That Benefits Everyone

Hey everyone! The Health Services Exhibition Area at the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) is basically the "spotlight stage" for China’s AI healthcare—and it’s mind-blowing! Step inside, and it’s like walking into a future-of-medicine movie: domestically made smart photon CT scans that see your body’s ins and outs crystal clear, homegrown surgical robots that operate with micrometer-level precision, AI-powered real-time health monitors that feel like having a "digital doctor" in your pocket, and 3D-printed polymer fatigue-resistant absorbable blood vessel stents. These "Made-in-China" medical tech marvels are using AI to hit the "upgrade button" for healthcare—and they’re making real, everyday life easier for regular people!

The exhibition area has two carefully designed zones: the "Smart Medical Cloud Hub Forward-Looking Matrix" and the "Universal Health Service Matrix"—both shouting the idea that "healthcare should be smarter, and tech should be warmer." Just look at the exhibitors, and you’ll see China’s AI healthcare "heavyweight strength"! Industry leaders like Mindray Medical and United Imaging Healthcare showed up with tons of homegrown AI healthcare breakthroughs. These companies dig in their heels on domestic R&D, keep breaking through tech barriers, and are now making a name for themselves in the global medical tech scene.

Take United Imaging Healthcare’s AI-aided diagnosis system, for example—it’s like a doctor’s "super brain." This system zips through massive amounts of medical imaging data, like CT scans or MRIs. Before, a doctor might spend 30 minutes or more reading one scan; now, the AI cranks out a preliminary diagnosis in minutes and marks the exact spot of a lesion. It’s a total game-changer for speed and accuracy. And get this—it gets "smarter" by learning from new patient data every day. Right now, it’s being used in over a thousand hospitals across China, helping countless patients catch illnesses earlier and get treated faster.

China’s AI tech also shines in elderly care and rehabilitation. By the end of 2024, over 310 million people in China were 60 or older—that’s 22% of the total population! The "silver economy" market hit 8.3 trillion RMB in 2024, and it’s expected to jump to around 30 trillion RMB by 2035. To meet seniors’ health needs, domestic companies have rolled out a bunch of AI products that feel like a warm hug.

There’s the smart home elderly care monitoring system, for instance. Stick smart devices around the house—like a smart bracelet, a smart mattress, or infrared sensors—and AI tracks real-time data: the senior’s heart rate, sleep quality, even where they move around the house. If they accidentally fall? The system blares an alert and notifies family members and the community hospital right away. Then there’s the AI rehabilitation robot for stroke patients with paralysis. It creates a totally personalized rehab plan based on each person’s condition—like having a "private rehab coach" that never gets tired—guiding them step by step to regain movement. It’s helping more seniors get top-notch health care right at home.

On top of that, China’s killing it at university-industry-research collaboration for AI healthcare. Tons of colleges, research institutes, and companies are teaming up to crack tough tech problems. Take Alzheimer’s research: top Chinese universities and research centers are working with businesses, using AI to analyze huge sets of patient data. They’re hunting for early warning signs of the disease and developing new treatments. AI models even simulate how drugs work—cutting the time it takes to develop new meds way down. It’s giving Alzheimer’s patients a whole new shot of hope.

China’s AI healthcare growth isn’t just about fancier tech—it’s a living example of the "people-centered" idea. Every innovation zeroes in on what regular folks actually need. From diagnosing diseases to rehab and elderly care, AI is weaving its way into every corner of healthcare. Looking ahead, China will keep pouring resources into AI healthcare, exploring new ways to use the tech. We’re bound to see more advanced "China solutions" that bring wisdom and strength to global healthcare. Here’s to AI making healthcare better—for everyone! 🩺

AI Takes Center Stage at CIFTIS 

Folks, who can relate? Walking into the 2025 CIFTIS exhibition hall feels like stumbling into a portal to the future! The second you step in, you’re swarmed by AI "rockstars" that can talk and work—digital humans spouting nonstop facts as "Beijing Solution Promoters," robot baristas showing off latte art skills, and even the "Little Yellow Bee" delivery bot that actually listens to your commands! This scene? Total "AI all-star showdown"—every step you take reveals mind-blowing Chinese black tech that’ll make your jaw drop!

If we’re talking about who’s really stealing the show, Meituan’s booth takes the cake! The second the "Meituan Little Yellow Bee" delivery robot rolls out, it becomes the center of attention. This little guy is the "six-tool player" of delivery—yell "forward" or "backward," and it zooms into action, simulating pickups and drop-offs faster than a human could. Thanks to its "superpowers" like multi-modal sensing and scene understanding, it cruises through supermarkets, apartments, airports, and neighborhoods with zero hassle, dropping off orders safely every time. But Meituan didn’t stop there—they also pulled out "secret weapons" like the "Longmao" large model and smart store managers. It’s like a "transformer" for tech retail, determined to make every step of shopping and delivery faster and more fun! A Meituan rep said proudly, "We’re all about teaming up with our partners up and down the chain to spice up services—we want everyone to shop happily and eat comfortably!"

China Construction Eighth Engineering Division’s booth isn’t slacking either—they basically moved a construction site into the hall! Curtain wall cleaning robots cling to "building" exteriors like Spiderman, zipping around with ease; driverless tower cranes "wave their big arms" and drop construction materials exactly where they need to go. A staffer laughed, "Back in the day, construction was tiring and dangerous. Now with these ‘Iron Men’ helping out, we cut labor by half, but accuracy skyrocketed! They’re more reliable than any supervisor—total A+ work buddies!"

Over in the e-commerce zone, 1688 (Alibaba’s sourcing platform) dropped a "game-changer"—its AI-powered app is basically a "money-making genie" for sellers and buyers alike! It’s like a "business fortune-teller" that digs into trending search data, holiday hotspots, and market trends from downstream platforms. It serves buyers spot-on business leads and saves sellers tons of time. Fan Min, 1688’s General Manager of Public Affairs, grinned, "Running a factory used to be tough. Now with these AI tools? It’s like hiring a 24/7 ‘business strategist’—costs down, efficiency doubled!"

In the education area, Yuanli Technology rolled out its "AI + Education" dream team! Its self-developed education large model is like Doraemon’s pocket—pulling out "education magic" like smart study buddies and AI teachers. Back in the day, teachers stressed over lesson plans and grading till their hair turned gray. Now AI whips up personalized teaching plans in minutes; students get their own "study partners" to answer questions anytime, anywhere. A Yuanli Technology expert vowed, "With AI’s help, educational equity isn’t just a dream—every kid gets a ‘custom-made’ learning experience!"

Then there’s Fuyou Truck, a 5-year CIFTIS veteran, back this year with smart order-tracking robots and AI dispatch assistants. Plug these "logistics masters" into the system, and highway freight says goodbye to chaos. They’re like a "super brain" that sorts out route planning and order assignments perfectly, turning the logistics supply chain into a "smooth assembly line." Shan Dandan, Fuyou Truck’s Chairman, said confidently, "Next up, we’re gonna let AI ‘unleash its power’ in freight—building a smart, eco-friendly new logistics ecosystem!"

After wandering this CIFTIS, one thought sticks: "Chinese AI is insane!" From eating, drinking, and traveling to education and logistics, AI is like a "universal fix"—sticking where it’s needed most. These down-to-earth innovations don’t just make life more fun; they’re proof of Chinese tech folks’ drive to "chase new heights." What even cooler tricks will they pull off next? We’re all watching! 🤖

Turbocharged: China’s Power Equipment Levels Up

Listen up, folks— the power equipment industry just scored a huge win! Three big-time agencies (including the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology) teamed up to drop the Work Plan for Stabilizing Growth in the Power Equipment Industry (2025-2026). As soon as this news hit, the whole industry went crazy! This plan? It’s like strapping a monster "turbo charger" to the industry— not only does it set clear growth goals, but it also maps out the "money-making path" for the next two years.

First, let’s check out the "mini goals" in the plan: From 2025 to 2026, traditional power equipment should see an average annual revenue growth of around 6%, and new energy equipment revenue needs to keep climbing steadily. This isn’t some empty promise— it’s backed by China’s serious muscle in the power equipment game. Think about our wins in this field lately— they’re mind-blowing! We’ve got 18-megawatt offshore wind turbines hooked up to the grid, basically turning the ocean into a "giant fan" that cranks out electricity nonstop. Then there’s the mass rollout of Generation III nuclear power units like "Hualong One" and "Guohe One"— they’ve catapulted China’s nuclear tech to the top of the global leaderboard. These big wins? They’re our secret sauce! And right now, China’s total installed power capacity hits 3.65 billion kilowatts— that number alone screams "powerhouse nation"!

Why drop this plan now? Simple— we’re grabbing the industry’s "golden opportunity". Domestically, we’re gearing up for massive energy projects: Think huge new energy bases in vast deserts and gobi areas, where we’ll milk every bit of solar and wind energy (thanks, Mother Nature!). Internationally, countries along the Belt and Road are craving more power equipment— that’s not just a challenge, it’s a huge chance to shine.

The plan’s packed with "game-changing moves", and the core is to hit hard on both the demand and supply sides to make them "click perfectly". On the demand side, we’re speeding up builds for "desert-gobi-wasteland" new energy bases, integrated wind-solar-hydro bases, and ultra-high-voltage (UHV) power transmission lines. Picture this: Endless deserts covered in solar panels glowing under the sun, giant wind turbines spinning with the wind— then all that electricity zips through UHV lines like "power dragons", crossing mountains and rivers to reach where it’s needed. That sight? Epic!

On the supply side, the plan’s handing out "innovation bonuses" to researchers and companies, pushing them to develop smarter tech and gear. Take smart grid equipment— soon, the grid’ll act like a "super smart butler", automatically shifting power to where it’s needed most. Less waste, more stable supply— total win! And new energy gear? Future wind turbines will spin even more efficiently, solar panels will turn more sunlight into electricity— these upgrades will crank up our equipment supply game big time.

Policy-wise, this plan’s a key step for China to shift to greener energy and hit its "dual carbon" goals. It’s like a "conductor’s baton", steering the industry toward being greener, smarter, and more efficient. For businesses? This is straight-up good news— they get policy support and a chance to tap bigger markets as the industry booms. And let’s not forget the big picture: A stable-growing power equipment industry keeps the economy steady and our energy safe. After all, power’s the "engine fuel" for the economy— if this industry’s firing on all cylinders, the whole economic engine runs smoother and faster.

Over the next two years, following this plan’s "roadmap", China’s power equipment industry is gonna hit a new growth spurt. Whether it’s building domestic energy projects or competing globally, China’s power gear will carry loads of "Chinese wisdom" and "Chinese tech"— and it’s gonna blow everyone away! 🚀

From Ground to Cloud: Hunan’s Air Didi Makes Drones Personal

Gone are the days of begging around to find a drone operator when you need one! In Hunan, just open WeChat, search for the "Xinyifei" mini-program, and you can book a drone service as easily as hailing a ride-hailing car. On September 15th, Hunan’s low-altitude economy internet platform "Xinyifei" officially went live, totally revolutionizing the low-altitude economy with an "Internet +" twist!

Imagine this: Before, if you wanted to use a drone to take aerial photos of beautiful scenery, you’d have to ask around for a reliable operator—and still worry if they had the skills. But now, with "Xinyifei," it’s like having a 24/7 "drone butler" on call. Whether you need a drone to spray pesticides on a large farm, inspect high-voltage power lines, or even deliver life-saving medicine for emergency rescue, just open the mini-program, fill in your needs in the "Post a Flight Task" section—where you need it, when you need it, and what functions you want—and the platform’s "smart matching system" kicks into gear. It quickly pairs you with the most suitable certified operator based on your location and the operator’s qualifications. Drone services are truly "click and use" now—even easier than ordering takeout!

The platform’s feature details are spot on! It supports online payments, so you never have to count cash in person again. The order tracking function lets you see exactly where the drone is in real time—just like checking your package delivery status, super reassuring. It also integrates insurance services; if there’s a little accident during the flight, you’re covered. This "one-two punch" of features manages every step of the drone service process seamlessly, achieving full digital management.

Xinyifei owes its awesomeness to Zhuzhou, its "super partner"! As a pilot city for large-scale application of China’s Beidou navigation system, Zhuzhou is a total "heavyweight" in the general aviation and Beidou industrial chain. Xinyifei has "teamed up with the best" by integrating Beidou’s high-precision positioning technology, equipping every drone with a "super navigation system." Whether it’s a city filled with tall buildings or a desolate wilderness, the drone can pinpoint its location accurately and track its flight path in real time—getting lost is basically impossible!

The platform also hides a "black tech"—the independently developed Xingyun Low-Altitude Flight Operation Platform. This platform is like a "super brain"; it records all meteorological data and airspace information during the flight. If something goes wrong, it can immediately start a "post-incident review mode" to figure out what happened—like having a "safety consultant" for every flight. With these solid technologies, Xinyifei is gradually building an ultra-reliable low-altitude service ecosystem. Who knows? Hunan’s low-altitude airspace might soon become a "happy planet" for drones! 🚁

CIFIT 2025: Big Deals, Big Momentum for China’s Global Play

On September 11th, the 25th China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT) wrapped up successfully in Xiamen. This multi-day "investment feast" delivered an impressive report card: According to preliminary statistics from the organizing committee, a total of 1,154 investment projects were signed at this year’s fair, with a planned total investment of 644 billion RMB. These solid numbers speak volumes about the appeal of the Chinese market and the enthusiasm for global investment.

This year’s CIFIT focused sharply on three core segments—"Invest in China," "China Invests," and "International Investment"—when setting up exhibition areas. It’s like building a "precision matchmaking bridge" for global investors, investment promotion entities, and industry leaders. Whether a local government wants to attract high-quality projects or a company is looking for cooperation opportunities, they can quickly find their "perfect match" here. This creates a closed loop from project matchmaking and capital matching to implementation, significantly boosting the efficiency of investment cooperation.

During the fair, 80 investment-themed events took turns in the spotlight, and 32 authoritative reports and achievements were released in a concentrated manner—making it a veritable "information treasure trove" for the global investment community. Among them, the World Investment Report 2025 (Chinese Version) and China Foreign Investment Report 2025 helped investors interpret global investment trends. The newly released "China Enterprise Overseas Investment Activity Index" (a first-time launch!) provided tangible decision-making references for global investors, letting them get a clearer grasp of the "pulse" of Chinese enterprises "going global."

The enthusiastic participation of global merchants turned this year’s CIFIT into a grand stage where diverse cultures and business opportunities collided. More than 1,100 government agencies and business delegations from 123 countries and regions gathered in Xiamen, with the total number of participants exceeding 80,000. The UK, as the Guest Country of Honor, sent its largest delegation in history—clearly showing its emphasis on the Chinese market. Nearly 90 countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative actively joined the exhibition; countries like Hungary and Azerbaijan even set up national pavilions to "bring" their advantageous industries and investment opportunities to CIFIT. Over 30 countries held on-site special promotion events, warmly extending "investment invitations" to Chinese enterprises.

The debut "Hailian Reception Hall · Enter CIFIT" series was also a standout: 8 special sessions focused on key markets such as Europe, RCEP member states, Latin America, and Africa, attracting over 1,000 enterprises for matchmaking and successfully reaching 32 intention projects for "going global"—adding a new channel for Chinese enterprises to connect with the global market.

The integrated layout of "exhibition + matchmaking" was a highlight of this year’s CIFIT. This year, exhibition areas and institutions didn’t just "set up booths"; instead, they held a flurry of special promotion events and roadshow matchmaking activities—nearly 300 such events took place in the exhibition hall over 4 days. Investors could listen to promotions, discuss cooperation, and sign intention agreements on-site while visiting the exhibition. This truly realized "visiting the exhibition is matchmaking, seeing the exhibition leads to deals," making CIFIT a worthy "investment matchmaking accelerator."

China’s Export Engine Is Blazing—Here’s How It’s Winning

Let’s talk about China’s foreign trade during the 14th Five-Year Plan period—it’s been “tough, but the wins are even bigger!” While others are stressing over lost orders, China’s foreign trade has blazed a trail of growth against the tide, wowing the world with solid numbers.

First, let’s look at the scale: In 2024, China’s goods trade hit a whopping 6.16 trillion US dollars. That’s no small feat! The original target in the commerce development plan was 5.1 trillion US dollars—we didn’t just meet it, we crushed it by a mile. This is a perfect report card for the 14th Five-Year Plan’s foreign trade goals, giving the plan a huge boost for a strong finish and laying rock-solid groundwork for a great start to the 15th Five-Year Plan. Talk about having momentum!

Even more exciting? China’s foreign trade “innovation engine” is revving harder than ever, with new growth drivers popping up nonstop. First off, our “business circle” is getting bigger: We used to focus mostly on trade with Europe and the US, but now trade with Belt and Road partner countries makes up over 50% of our total imports and exports. That means half our business is with these partners—we’ve basically swapped the “Silk Road camel bells” for “trade express trains”!

Then there’s what we’re selling—it’s getting fancier and more high-tech. Once, “Made in China” made people think of clothes or toys. Not anymore! Exports of our own brands now account for 21.8% of total exports. Our home appliances, phones, and new energy vehicles are total hits overseas—we’ve built the “Chinese Brand” name with real quality.

And who’s leading the charge? Private companies are taking center stage! In 2024, private firms made up 64.8% of exports—up nearly 9 percentage points from 56% at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan. State-owned enterprises used to be the main players, but now private companies, with their flexibility and sharp market sense, have carved out a huge space in the global market—they’re the “main force” driving foreign trade growth.

New formats aren’t slacking either—cross-border e-commerce is a total dark horse. Now, cross-border e-commerce pilot zones cover over 90% of China’s provincial-level administrative regions. Whether it’s coastal provinces or inland areas, everyone can do global business via cross-border e-commerce. And the overseas warehouses? There are over 2,500 of them, covering more than 30 million square meters—that’s like 4,200+ football fields! These warehouses are like “storage hubs” we’ve built abroad. When overseas customers place an order, goods ship directly from the local warehouse—fast and convenient. They’re the “strong backup” for cross-border e-commerce growth.

We’re also showing real sincerity when it comes to trade liberalization. In 2024, China’s overall import tariff rate dropped to 7.3%—0.2 percentage points lower than at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan—and has stayed among the world’s lowest for years. That means foreign goods pay less tax when they enter China, so we regular folks can buy imported goodies at better prices. Plus, we’ve signed 23 free trade agreements (FTAs) with 30 countries and regions. These FTAs keep getting more comprehensive and high-level. In 2024, trade with FTA partners made up 43% of our total goods trade—way above the 2025 target of around 36%. That means nearly half our foreign trade goes through the “convenience lane” of FTAs, cutting trade costs big time.

China’s foreign trade growth isn’t just making us stronger—it’s helping the whole world too. In 2024, China’s total imports exceeded 18 trillion RMB, a record high, and we’ve stayed the world’s second-largest import market for 16 straight years. That means we’re giving other countries a huge market to sell to. For us regular people? It means more great stuff from around the world—Australian beef, Japanese cosmetics, European luxury goods—all easier to get our hands on, helping us live better lives.

All in all, China’s foreign trade is like a fully-fueled “express train.” No matter how rough the waters get, it keeps rolling steady. It’s adding momentum to China’s economy and injecting vitality into the global economy. The future looks bright! 🚢

"Haolong Express: Not Your Average Delivery—Space Garden’s Winning Big!"

Imagine the universe is like a massive foodie hangout spot, and our Chinese aerospace crew? They’re the ultimate space gardeners killing it right now! While foreign counterparts are still scratching their heads over growing veggies in space, the Chinese space station’s already filled with the fresh scent of leafy greens—baby bok choy, lettuce, radish sprouts… batch after batch of space veggies are thriving in those fancy specially-made cabins. We pulled off a total “space garden bumper harvest,” and let me tell you, foreign folks were shook. Some even joked, “Do Chinese people just bring a vegetable patch wherever they go?!”

This ain’t no show-off, though—it’s all about hooking our astronauts up with good eats! Let’s be real: astronauts “on a work trip” in the space station don’t wanna chow down on compressed cookies 24/7. Kinda like how we crave hot pot or BBQ at home, they need fresh fruits and veggies to load up on vitamins and stay healthy. So Chinese scientists were like, “Got it—we’re on it!”

And boom—meet the Haolong spaceship, AKA the “space veggie delivery guy” we built just for this! Don’t let its size fool you; this little legend’s a total overachiever in the cosmic delivery game. It can haul a full 2 tons of stuff—perfect for keeping the space station stocked with “groceries” for 3 whole months. It’s like the cosmic version of a top-tier delivery driver: it drops off fresh veggies and experiment supplies from Earth, then grabs experiment samples from the station on the way back. Total two-way vibe! But the best part? It’s speedy—zips from Earth to the space station in just 2 hours. Plus, it’s reusable! Total “eco-friendly rockstar” move that takes space logistics to a whole new level.

These days, astronauts on the Chinese space station don’t just get to geek out over their “space garden harvest”—they also get regular fresh veggie drops from Haolong. They’re over here munching on tasty space-grown veggies while staring at Earth’s awesome views… their space “dining happiness level” is off the charts! And behind all this? It’s just China’s aerospace tech nailing one big breakthrough after another. Proof that us Chinese people? We know how to make life good no matter where we are—even in the middle of the huge, empty universe!