On this year's World Book and Copyright Day, a national reading report highlighted a significant shift towards digital reading in the Chinese mainland. Driven by technological advancements and promotions by major e-commerce platforms, digital formats have become the preferred choice for many readers.
The Outline of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) for National Economic and Social Development and Vision 2035 emphasizes the promotion of nationwide reading, aiming to cultivate a nation of avid readers.
According to the 2023 national reading survey conducted by the Chinese Academy of Press and Publication, Chinese adults read an average of 4.75 physical books in 2023, a slight decrease from 4.78 in the previous year.
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World Book Day: Innovations digitize reading habits in the new age
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