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In 2024, China’s industrial landscape has witnessed a series of exciting “firsts” and groundbreaking achievements which reflect the robust momentum of China’s manufacturing sector and underscore the country’s commitment to high-end, intelligent, and sustainable manufacturing practices.
In a latest development, China debuted a prototype of the fastest high-speed train in the world, Xinhua News Agency reported on Sunday.
A prototype of the CR450 bullet train that will run at 400 kilometres per hour debuted in Beijing on Sunday, said the country’s railway operator. The CR450 is capable of running at 450km per hour in tests, highlighting China’s cutting-edge advancements in rail technology.
In other sectors, China’s homegrown wide-body C929 aircraft gets first intended user in November, marking a new breakthrough in the large aircraft industry.
China’s first domestically built large cruise ship has also started commercial operations in January, setting sail for a new era in cruise tourism.
As of Sunday, it has completed 84 voyages, facilitating a total of 600 000 inbound and outbound passenger trips, according to Xinhua.
A series of data also show significant achievements in China’s high-quality economic development.
In 2024 China has surpassed 4,14 million 5G base stations, averaging 29 stations per 10 000 people. The manufacturing sector has over 6,03 million registered enterprises, with 8,55 percent linked to strategic emerging industries, a 6,35 percent increase since the end of 2023.
China’s annual production of new-energy vehicles (NEVs) surpassed the 10 million milestone for the first time in 2024.
These advancements not only drive China’s economic development but also lay a solid foundation for sustainable growth in the future. — Global Times.
Online Reporter