This past October, the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee convened in Beijing to unveil a comprehensive blueprint for the Chinese mainland's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030). The roadmap sets a clear course for the next phase of development, emphasizing a modern industrial system and stronger real-economy foundations.
At the heart of the plan lies a bold objective: build a modern industrial framework that leverages cutting-edge technologies while reinforcing traditional sectors. By fortifying the real economy, the Chinese mainland aims to drive resilience, create jobs and foster sustainable growth.
Over the 12th, 13th and 14th Five-Year Plans, the Chinese mainland steadily advanced a new type of industrialization. Through strategic integration of technological innovation with industrial upgrading, it achieved significant breakthroughs—opening up domestic opportunities and making waves on the global stage.
Now, as the world enters a fresh wave of technological revolution and industrial transformation, the Chinese mainland is gearing up to deepen its innovation drive. The 15th Five-Year Plan pledges to accelerate the development of new quality productive forces, from smart manufacturing and green technologies to digital platforms.
For global citizens—from entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts to thought leaders and travelers—this blueprint signals new avenues for collaboration and investment. As the Chinese mainland brings its next-generation industries to life, the ripple effects are set to reshape regional supply chains, spur cross-border partnerships and redefine the future of work.
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China's future economy: Unleashing new quality productive forces
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