Virtues of planning: Why five-year plans work for China
When China’s national lawmakers and political advisers gather in Beijing for the annual “two sessions,” one document will stand out: a draft 15th Five-Year Plan, the blueprint that will guide…
Upcoming “two sessions” set stage for strong start to China’s new five-year plan
As the annual national “two sessions” approach, China is expected to send strong and fresh signals on pushing high-quality development, leveraging greater policy and reform support to ensure steady economic…
China: Shaping prosperity by addressing everyday concerns
When China’s annual “two sessions” convene in Beijing each spring, the discussions of national lawmakers and political advisors extend well beyond macroeconomic targets and national blueprints. The meetings are also…
Chinese economy forges ahead with new, higher-quality progress in 2025
China’s economy remained robust despite headwinds last year, achieving stable year-on-year GDP growth of 5 percent and making new and higher-quality progress across economic and social sectors. This further solidifies…
What is driving China’s rapid rise in robots?
China has surged ahead in manufacturing automation and is now spearheading growth in the global robotics industry, said Takayuki Ito, president of the International Federation of Robotics, highlighting the country’s…