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China's Grain Sector Output Tops 4 Trillion Yuan as Reserves Expand
Official data reveals rapid modernization across processing, storage, and regional branding as national output stays above 700 million tonnes.

China's High-Tech Foreign Investment Up 32.7% in January–July
Ministry of Commerce data shows tech industries accounted for over 40% of utilized foreign investment, led by Saudi Arabia and France.

China Expands Domestic Output of High-End Specialty Steel Varieties
Breakthroughs in material formulas and smart manufacturing support output for aerospace, offshore wind, and electronics.

Chinese and Global Experts Highlight Geothermal Energy Cooperation in Shanxi
An international geothermal forum in northern China highlights cross-border collaboration as a pivotal lever for advancing clean baseload power and industrial decarbonization.

Hundreds of Billions in Capital Flow into Chinese Equity ETFs in H2
Passive investment vehicles emerge as a primary conduit for institutional allocations into onshore A-shares.

China's Retail Sales of Goods and Services Rise 2.6% in First Seven Months
Service consumption and smart hardware outpace traditional merchandise as overall retail expansion remains modest.

Xi Calls for Deepened China-Russia Energy Ties at Vladivostok Forum
In a letter to the eighth bilateral energy forum, Xi emphasizes supply chain stability amid shifts in global markets.

China’s Trade With Other APEC Economies Rose 21% in First Seven Months
Total trade reached 18.03 trillion yuan, outpacing overall commerce as customs authorities push smart port initiatives.

China Power Construction Shifts Focus to Grid Upgrades as Wind and Solar Expand
A newly released industry report outlines a structural shift toward grid resilience, storage, and overseas contracting ahead of the 15th Five-Year Plan.

High-Tech Sectors Drive Half of China's Industrial Growth in Early 2026
Emerging manufacturing and digital industries underpin production and export delivery gains as automotive shipments surge.

Ningbo-Zhoushan Port Launches Regular Arctic Route and Smart Logistics Systems
The world's largest cargo port rolls out weekly seasonal Arctic sailings and expands proprietary automation technologies.

China's Sales of Embodied AI Robots Surged 95.1% in July, MOFCOM Data Shows
Ministry of Commerce figures reveal rapid growth in smart hardware, new energy vehicles, and rural retail despite modest headline consumption expansion.