Sichuan's Tianfu Digital Valley Shifts from 'Attracting Talent' to 'Cultivating It'
Deyang's Tianfu Digital Valley is shifting from attracting talent to cultivating it, building a comprehensive digital economy ecosystem. The area has drawn over 200 companies, with a digital economy scale exceeding 26 billion yuan in 2024. Initiatives include vocational education integration, industry-academia collaboration, and the establishment of training bases where students work on real projects. Deyang aims to create a closed-loop system of local talent cultivation, employment, and development to support its growing digital industries.
2026-01-12 15:23:41Sichuan's High-Altitude Village Sees Record $4.6M Lettuce Sales in 2025
In 2025, Ruozhai Village in Songpan County, Sichuan, achieved a record-breaking lettuce revenue of RMB 32.9 million, up over 50% from 2024. Located at an average altitude of 3,200 meters, the village expanded its lettuce cultivation to 3,374 acres, with 3,000 acres under large-scale farming. High quality, enabled by improved infrastructure since 2013 and meticulous farming, along with extended sales into mid-November due to elevation advantages, allowed prices to reach over RMB 3 per jin—higher than the regional average. Strong market insights and government support, including RMB 18.2 million in integrated funding for infrastructure and agricultural services, further boosted sales. Plans now include building processing facilities, cold storage, and adopting 'tech courtyard + live-stream e-commerce' to develop value-added products and local branding.
2026-01-07 17:23:20Sichuan's Tangjiahe Offers Snowy Wildlife Safaris by Day and Night
Tangjiahe Scenic Area in Guangyuan, Sichuan, has become a popular winter destination offering unique 'snow viewing and wildlife watching' experiences. Visitors can observe golden snub-nosed monkeys during the day and join guided night tours to spot takins, muntjacs, and other nocturnal animals. Winter snowfall drives wildlife to lower elevations, increasing sighting chances. The area also launched interactive eco-adventure activities during the New Year holiday, boosting family and educational group visits by 30%. Improved transport links, including the Jiuzhaigou-Mianyang Expressway and regular tourist shuttles, make access convenient for short-trip travelers.
2026-01-07 17:22:09Ya'an in Sichuan Braces for Winter Tourists as Snow Blankets Ski Resorts
Ya'an in Sichuan Province received a fresh snowfall on January 5, drawing tourists to scenic spots like Mengding Mountain, Bifeng Gorge, and Longcang Gou. Ski resorts have hired over 30 new instructors, bringing the total to more than 60, and added food stalls offering hot drinks and meals. The 2025 Ya'an Ice and Snow Hot Spring Tourism Season will launch on January 7 at Qiaoqi Tibetan Village–Shenmulei Scenic Area, featuring discounted packages, tourism routes centered around pandas, and attractions like Panda Planet Fun Park and Gongga Jin Tang. Ya'an’s varied elevation creates diverse winter experiences—snow play at low altitudes, skiing mid-mountain, and snow viewing at high elevations—making it a key winter destination in Sichuan.
2026-01-07 17:21:15Middle East Business Aviation Launches First Jet in Sichuan with "Water Salute" Ceremony
On January 6, the first Gulfstream G450 business jet operated by Middle East Business Aviation landed at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, marking the launch of Southwest China's first localized business aviation company. The aircraft was welcomed with a water salute ceremony. The company, which signed a project agreement in July 2025, aims to build an integrated ecosystem covering operations, maintenance, and training. It plans to expand its network to Belt and Road and Southeast Asian countries and introduce air ambulance jets with ICU capabilities. The initiative is expected to boost high-value aviation services and related industries in Chengdu.
2026-01-07 17:20:27Sichuan Launches National First High-Skill Talent Hub in Chengdu
On January 6, the Western High-Skilled Talent Cultivation Headquarters officially opened in Chengdu, Sichuan. Co-built by provincial and municipal governments, it is China's first major industrial project dedicated to the full lifecycle development of high-skilled talent—covering recruitment, training, utilization, retention, and evaluation. The headquarters includes facilities such as the Sichuan Skilled Talent Building, Tianfu Craftsmen Hall, and Chengdu Shared Training Base, and has already attracted over 30 enterprises to provide training, assessment, and employment services.
2026-01-07 17:19:58Shandong Wheat Reaches Sichuan by Rail, Cutting Logistics Costs by Over 20%
A freight train carrying 72 containers of wheat departed from Shandong's Heze Shatuji inland port to Chengdu's Puxing station in Sichuan, marking the successful launch of the 'Northbound Train' grain transport project between Shandong and Sichuan provinces. Using a 'bulk-to-container' model with 20-foot containers, the service reduces loading/unloading time, cuts grain loss by 3–5%, and enables seamless rail-road intermodal transport. Compared to traditional road transport, it lowers logistics costs by 20–30% and offers more reliable delivery. The route, officially launched on July 22, 2025, aims to upgrade from merely 'able to transport' to 'fast, efficient, and low-cost' grain logistics.
2026-01-06 16:48:35How 'Ne Zha: Reborn'—Rooted in Sichuan—Topped Global Animation Box Office
The animated film 'Ne Zha: The Demon Child's Uproar in the Sea' grossed over RMB 15.9 billion, topping the global animation box office and ranking fifth in global box office history. Produced by Chengdu-based Coco Bean Animation, the film draws heavily on Sichuan’s cultural heritage, featuring elements like Sichuan dialect and designs inspired by Sanxingdui civilization. The company credits Sichuan’s supportive creative environment, complete industry chain, and rich cultural soil for enabling efficient production and global success. The film is hailed as a milestone reflecting cultural confidence and the power of locally rooted storytelling.
2026-01-06 16:47:10Sichuan: Over 26,000 China-Europe Freight Trains Launched from Chengdu-Chongqing in Five Years
Over the past five years, the China-Europe Railway Express (Chengdu-Chongqing) has operated more than 26,000 trips, maintaining the nation's largest scale with routes reaching over 100 cities globally. Launched jointly on January 1, 2021, it has become the most balanced and stable service in China, supporting trade and industrial clusters in electronics, automotive, equipment manufacturing, and new materials. The corridor has attracted over 200 major industrial projects by end-2025. Both cities are now expanding specialty services like cold-chain, postal, and cross-border e-commerce trains, and enhancing southern routes to boost regional economic integration.
2026-01-06 16:47:05Security Guard Rescues Toddler in Traffic: 'It's My Duty,' Says Sichuan Hero
On December 28, 2025, Guo Lei, a community security officer in Luhu Park Community, Tianfu New Area, Sichuan, rescued a two-year-old boy who had wandered into heavy traffic alone. Spotting the child in danger during rush hour, Guo immediately rushed into the road, shielded the frightened toddler, and brought him to safety. He stayed with the child and contacted the mother, Ms. Jia, who later expressed profound gratitude via Chengdu’s 12345 citizen service platform, praising Guo’s vigilance, bravery, and compassion. Guo stated it was simply part of his duty to protect residents, especially children.
2026-01-06 16:46:13Ancient Yanhua Art Revived in Sichuan's Chongzhou
The news article titled 'Millennium Yanhua, Radiant Today: Li Xiang Ba Shu' is produced by the Publicity Department of the CPC Chongzhou Municipal Committee.
2026-01-06 16:45:24Sichuan's Western Cultural Park Hosts Immersive 'China Chic' New Year Festival
From December 31, 2025, to January 2, 2026, Chengdu’s Western Cultural Industry Park hosts the 'Leap into the New Year: Guochao Breaks Boundaries' event, blending traditional Chinese culture with modern trends. Activities include lion dances, Hanfu and cosplay parades, interactive checkpoints for collecting stamps and redeeming gifts, and themed offerings from park tenants. Literary, theatrical, international, culinary, and wellness brands participate with special promotions and immersive experiences, transforming public spaces into vibrant cultural and commercial scenes.
2026-01-04 10:45:53Sichuan Sees Tourism 'Strong Start' on New Year's Day with 3.7M Visitors
On the first day of the New Year holiday, Sichuan's cultural and tourism market saw a strong start, with 867 A-level scenic spots receiving 3.71 million visitors and generating ticket revenue of RMB 28.1 million, up 12.45% and 51.19% year-on-year respectively. Diverse New Year events were held across the province, including Chengdu’s Twin Towers light show attended by over 120,000 people, night cruises on Jinjiang River, themed celebrations at Fantawild parks in Zigong and Mianyang, and various concerts, folk performances, and intangible cultural heritage exhibitions. Ice-snow tourism and museum visits also surged in popularity, with overall operations running safely and smoothly.
2026-01-04 10:44:39Sichuan Bolsters Forest Fire Defenses Amid Heightened Risk in 2026
Sichuan Province has entered its 2026 forest and grassland fire prevention period (January 1–May 31), with heightened risks due to warmer, drier weather and an extended Lunar New Year holiday. The provincial government updated its fire prevention orders, expanding fire-source controls, introducing 'five perimeters and five edges' fuel-clearing requirements, and enhancing early-warning responses. Authorities have addressed 24,000+ hazards, cleared underbrush in pilot areas, and deployed advanced tech like drone patrols. Firefighting capabilities were strengthened through standardized equipment allocation, training, and pre-positioning of personnel at over 40 high-risk sites to ensure rapid response.
2026-01-04 10:43:07455,000 Youths Join 'New Era·Shu Teens' Arts and Tech Showcase in Sichuan
The 2025 'New Era · Shu Youth' provincial showcase in Sichuan concluded on January 3, drawing 455,300 young participants. Organized by eight provincial departments including the Communist Youth League of Sichuan, the event—themed 'Growing Up with My Country'—featured nearly 7,000 finalists competing across three categories: visual arts, performing arts, and scientific innovation, held in Chengdu, Leshan, and Ziyang. Activities included immersive experiences like water rocket launches and AR spacesuit trials. Since 2018, the annual event has engaged over 2.26 million youths.
2026-01-04 10:43:01First International Tourists of 2026 Arrive in Chengdu, Sichuan, Greeted with Panda Gifts
The first inbound tourist group of 2026 arrived in Chengdu on January 1, greeted with panda-themed gifts and a birthday cake for a 76-year-old visitor. The Malaysian travelers will embark on an 8-day tour of Sichuan’s iconic sites, including the Chengdu Panda Base, Dujiangyan, Qingcheng Mountain, Xiling Snow Mountain, Leshan Giant Buddha, and historic districts like Kuanzhai Alley. Chengdu has enhanced tourism infrastructure, offering 12 inbound travel routes, 205 service desks, expanded foreign card acceptance, and multilingual guides, as the city anticipates around 2 million inbound visitors in 2025.
2026-01-04 10:42:52Blind and Sighted Performers Unite in Chengdu's 'See the World Through Music' Concert
The third 'Light Up Vision, See Beauty' concert in Chengdu featured dozens of visually impaired children performing music alongside sighted peers, promoting disability-inclusion through artistic equality. Held at Chengdu Tianfu Humanities and Arts Library on January 3, the event was co-organized by Lions Club International Sichuan Yangmingxin Service Team, Chengdu Library, and the Sichuan Blind Association’s Parent Committee. Performers like Yang Lirui and Chen Lin showcased their talents, emphasizing dignity and mutual understanding. Attendees described it not as charity but as genuine dialogue through music, highlighting the need for broader societal recognition of disabled individuals’ abilities, needs, and rights to equal participation.
2026-01-04 10:42:21Liu Yunquan's Ink Plum Blossoms Bloom at Du Fu Thatched Cottage in Sichuan
The 'Poetry in Blossom: Liu Yunquan’s Plum Blossom Exhibition' opened on January 1, 2026, at the Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum in Chengdu, featuring 66 ink-wash plum blossom paintings and calligraphy works by renowned contemporary artist Liu Yunquan. The exhibition, co-organized by the museum and the China Calligraphy Museum, showcases his decades-long exploration of plum blossoms—a traditional symbol of resilience and purity—blending classical aesthetics with modern expression. It runs until January 15, 2026.
2026-01-04 10:42:01Over 515,000 Passengers Rode Chengdu's Overnight Trains to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen in 2025
In 2025, overnight sleeper trains between Chengdu and Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen carried over 515,000 passengers, with more than 30% being business travelers and over 45% comprising family and elderly tourists. Operated by China Railway Chengdu Group, these 'night arteries' connect the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle with the Jing-Jin-Ji, Yangtze River Delta, and Greater Bay Area regions, offering amenities like quiet service, Sichuan snacks, and comfortable cabins. The service has facilitated cross-regional collaboration, with over 120 major industrial projects from Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen landing in Chengdu since 2025.
2026-01-04 10:41:33"Joyful Reading of the Forbidden City" Pops Up in Sichuan with Cultural Fast-Food Experience
To mark the Palace Museum's centenary, the 'Reading the Forbidden City' pop-up event debuted in Chengdu on December 26 under the theme 'Good Fortune Awaits.' Featuring the best-selling 'Palace Museum Calendar'—now in its 17th year with over 9 million copies sold—the event showcased four calendar editions, interactive stamping stations with imperial motifs, and immersive reading spaces blending traditional artifacts with modern design. Organizers aim to integrate Palace Museum culture into everyday urban life through accessible, engaging pop-up experiences.
2025-12-30 14:35:04Sichuan Launches Youth Freestyle BMX Program at New Olympic-Standard Facility
The 'Run, Kids!' 2025 Sichuan Youth Freestyle BMX Study Program concluded on December 27 at the Southwest Cycling Sports Center. Organized by the Sichuan Water Sports Management Center and co-hosted by several local institutions, the event engaged 150 youths in immersive activities including venue tours, safety training, equipment education, and insights into competition pathways. Held at Southwest China’s first UCI-standard BMX facility—opened in August 2025—the program aimed to inspire young athletes by exposing them to Olympic-level training environments and promoting sportsmanship, safety, and the journey from grassroots to elite competition.
2025-12-30 14:34:40Gen Z Students in Sichuan Build Satellite Detectors for Cosmic Research
A group of '00s-generation undergraduates at Sichuan University, part of the 'TianGe Team' established in 2017, are developing miniature satellites to detect gamma-ray bursts. Now in its ninth iteration, the team focuses on ground testing, including system integration, environmental simulation, and payload validation, using a nameless detector built over a year. Though their devices don’t launch into space, members gain rigorous research experience. Some students deepen their interest in astrophysics, while others emphasize engineering and teamwork. Their work continues a legacy of student-led space science, with their latest detector transferred to Nanjing University for further testing in April 2025.
2025-12-30 14:33:52Sichuan's Second Original Song Contest Awards Revealed, Highlighting 'Mother's River' and National Ambitions
The Second Sichuan Original Song Competition concluded on December 26 at the Sichuan Provincial Cultural and Arts Center, awarding comprehensive, category-specific, Best Dissemination, and Online Popularity prizes. Yi musician Jihu won the first prize in the comprehensive category with 'Mother's River.' Organized by provincial authorities, the contest received over 20,000 entries since its August 27 launch, with 60 finalists selected by a professional jury. The competition aims to boost original music creation and industry development in Sichuan, featuring broader participation, streamlined selection, stronger promotion, and a public voting mechanism.
2025-12-30 14:33:10Sichuan Unveils New Winter Tourism Routes Highlighting 'Warm Snow' and Cultural Experiences
On November 28, 2025, Sichuan Province launched new winter tourism routes and products at the 'An Yi Sichuan: Renhe Winter' cultural and tourism promotion event in Panzhihua. The event highlighted Sichuan’s unique 'half snow, half sunshine' winter appeal through immersive experiences, featuring themes like 'Shu Mountain Warm Snow' and wellness tourism. New itineraries included urban-cultural trails linked to award-winning operas and film locations, as well as western Sichuan adventures combining marathons, natural scenery, and ethnic culture.Family-friendly educational travel routes focusing on pandas, ancient Shu history, and industrial heritage were also promoted.. Panzhihua announced upcoming 'culture + tourism' initiatives, including warm-weather markets and an inkstone art festival.
2025-12-30 14:33:05How Sichuan's 'Warm Snow' Strategy Turns Winter Chill into Tourism Boom
Ya'an in Sichuan is transforming winter 'cold resources' into a thriving tourism economy through its 'Shu Mountain and Warm Snow' strategy. At Wanggangping Scenic Area, just 30 km from Mount Gongga, visitors enjoy snow-capped mountain views, a high-altitude ski resort with four slopes and extensive snow-play zones, and outdoor activities like hiking and aerial sightseeing. Meanwhile, the Caoked Hot Spring Town integrates hot springs, sunshine, and local culture to offer wellness and leisure experiences, creating jobs and boosting rural development. The county promotes a 'snow + hot spring' model under the brand 'Panda Release Site · Hot Spring BBQ City,' aiming to enhance winter tourism and revitalize the regional economy.
2025-12-30 14:33:03Sichuan's Tianfu Airport Braces for 57,000 Passengers Over New Year Holiday
During the New Year's Day holiday from January 1 to 3, 2026, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is expected to handle approximately 57,000 inbound and outbound passengers, averaging 19,000 per day—a 12.5% increase compared to the same period last month—with the peak on January 3 at around 20,000 travelers. Peak outbound hours are 6:30–9:00, 11:30–14:30, 15:30–20:00, and 21:30–24:00; inbound peaks are 4:30–8:00, 13:00–15:00, 17:30–19:00, and 20:00–1:00. As of December 29, 2025, Chengdu operated 101 international and regional air routes, with over 48,000 flights and 6.4 million passengers processed in 2025, up 14.1% and 12.6% year-on-year, respectively.
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