Lemon Price Surge in China's Sichuan
Lemon prices in Anyue, China's major lemon producing area, have soared, with the average purchase price breaking through 6 yuan per jin, doubling that of last year. The increased market demand has raised the output value per mu to over 20,000 yuan. Anyue is enhancing its industrial chain by actively extending to deep processing. The total output value of Anyue lemons reached 16.5 billion yuan during the 14th Five-Year Plan period. Anyue lemon foreign trade enterprises have increased from 2 to 31, exporting to more than 30 countries, with the self-operated export value exceeding 100 million yuan for three consecutive years. The county is shifting focus from primary to deep processing, cultivating leading enterprises, and developing over 200 products to enhance brand influence and premium capabilities.
2025-12-12 16:06:27Chengdu's Electricity Use Surpasses 100B kWh
Chengdu has become the first provincial capital in central and western China to exceed 100 billion kilowatt-hours in both annual electricity consumption and sales, reflecting a 6.78% year-on-year increase. This milestone coincides with a 5.8% GDP growth for the city in the first three quarters of 2025, indicating strong economic development driven by industrial upgrading, green lifestyles, and growth in emerging industries.
2025-12-12 15:41:57Ya'an Cultural Tourism Integration Tour Launches
The 'High-Quality Development Research Tour of Cultural and Tourism Integration' began in Ya'an on November 20, visiting the 'Ten Miles of Fragrance · Wild Rose Village' and the 'China · Ya'an 318 Self-Driving Base' to explore integration models. The village offers rose-themed activities and hot springs, while the base showcases the 318 Highway's culture, aiming to enhance tourism and local economies.
2025-12-10 15:49:14Sichuan's Robotics Industry Gains Momentum
Sichuan's robotics and intelligent manufacturing sector received a boost with the holding of the 2025 China National Robotics and Intelligent Manufacturing Technology and Standard Innovation Development Conference in Chengdu. Agreements were signed to foster collaboration on national standard resources and local industries. The 'Initiative for the Construction of a Standard Ecosystem for Humanoid Robot Training Field Dataset (Chengdu)' was released, and two significant fields were inaugurated aiming to advance humanoid robot technologies. The conference also launched 25 key national standards and featured discussions by top experts.
2025-12-10 15:46:32Lianyungang Seaweed: From Local Delicacy to Global Brand
Lianyungang's coastal area, known for its laver, has seen a transformation due to e-commerce. Fan Junhu, once a 'frontier' for brands, created 'Gan Hai Wa', which topped Pinduoduo's category for two years. Using big data and a demand-driven model, he restructured the industry, providing elastic employment and revitalizing the rural area with a new industrial paradigm.
2025-12-10 15:26:02Disabled Women's Empowerment through Heritage Crafts.
Sichuan has developed a three-tiered linkage system to transform intangible cultural heritage crafts into income-generating opportunities for people with disabilities. The 'Beautiful Workshop' project has improved the lives of disabled craftswomen, increased their average monthly income, and established 34 workshops across the province. The Sichuan Disabled Persons' Federation aims to continue promoting the 'Sichuan Intangible Cultural Heritage Assistance for the Disabled' brand through deeper cooperation and innovation.
2025-12-10 11:18:26Chengdu Museum's Blockbuster Exhibition Attracts Crowds
A long queue of visitors formed at the Chengdu Museum on December 6 to view the special exhibition 'Golden Thread: The Art of Dressing from North Africa to the Far East', which gained further popularity after a visit from the French Minister of Culture, Rachida Dati. The exhibition, a collaboration between the Chengdu Museum and the Musée du Quai Branly, showcases the exchange of skills and aesthetic fusion along the Silk Road and has become a cultural highlight in Chengdu.
2025-12-09 17:09:16French President Visits Sichuan University
On December 5, French President Macron visited Sichuan University.
2025-12-09 16:52:17French President Visits Dujiangyan, Sichuan
On December 5, French President Macron visited the Dujiangyan irrigation system, a 2000-year-old project celebrated for its eco-wise approach and harmonious integration of people, land, and water. The visit highlighted the strategic value and significance of Sino-French relations.
2025-12-09 15:39:16Macron Visits Sichuan, Engages with Students
During his fourth visit to China, French President Macron spent an hour interacting with students at Sichuan University, discussing personal growth and the importance of cultural exchange. He highlighted the value of educational cooperation between France and China and expressed his admiration for Chengdu's Dujiangyan Irrigation System, emphasizing the desire to delve deeper into understanding China with each visit.
2025-12-09 11:55:562nd China-France Education Forum held at Sichuan University
The second China-France Education Development Forum was held at Sichuan University on December 5th, attended by Huai Jinpeng, the Chinese Minister of Education, and Philippe Baptiste, the French Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Space Affairs. The event saw the signing of 54 cooperation agreements between Chinese and French universities, covering dual-degree programs, collaborative education projects, student exchange programs, joint research laboratories, and overseas campus construction, marking a new chapter in educational collaboration between the two countries.
2025-12-09 11:37:16K15 Education: Top Schools Unite in Chengdu, Sichuan
Chengdu No.7 High School, No.7 Yucai School, Chengdu Teacher's College Affiliated Primary School, and Chengdu No.3 Kindergarten are collaborating to establish a K15 education model. The initiative is led by the Jinjiang District Education Bureau in Chengdu, aiming to create a comprehensive education system from kindergarten to high school. The schools have signed an agreement to integrate their management, curriculum, teaching staff, and talent development programs.
2025-12-09 10:43:21Sichuan Lottery's Charity Event for Disabled
The Sichuan Provincial Welfare Lottery Center celebrated International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3 with a caring event under the theme 'Unhindered Life, Accompanied by Love'. The event was held in Luzhou as the main venue, with simultaneous sessions in Zigong and Yibin. It aimed to care for the disabled elderly through practical initiatives, conveying the warmth and love of the Party, government, and society. The center distributed 'Warm Companion' kits with essential supplies and provided wheelchairs for those in special need, among other supportive efforts.
2025-12-09 10:42:4118 Firms Awarded "Golden Seed" in Chengdu, Sichuan
The 'Chengdu-Chongqing Gold Seed Enterprise' selection event was held in Chengdu, with 18 enterprises awarded the 'Gold Seed' for 2025. The event, aimed at fostering high-growth enterprises in the Chengdu-Chongqing region, has since 2020 attracted over 300 enterprises and facilitated financing exceeding 1.1 billion yuan. This year's selected 'Gold Seed' enterprises are characterized by their focus on cutting-edge technology, independent innovation, and clear market growth paths.
2025-12-09 10:40:53Sichuan-Chongqing Tourism Integration
The eco-tourism and agricultural integration project at Zonggeshan Resort in Linshui County, Guang'an City, has become a popular destination for tourists from Sichuan and Chongqing, embodying the spirit of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee.The resort has transformed from a poverty-stricken village into a national 3A-level scenic area, offering camping and agricultural tourism experiences.. It has not only boosted local economies and improved infrastructure but also exemplified cross-provincial cooperation in the tourism sector, aiming to become an eco-tourism demonstration area in the Chengdu-Chongqing twin city economic circle.
2025-12-09 10:40:10Sichuan Runners Sweep Marathon Golds
Sichuan athletes swept the gold medals in the men's and women's full marathon for the hearing impaired at the National Para Sports Games. On December 8, the track and field marathon events concluded with Sichuan's hearing impaired team emerging as the biggest winner. Peter Wu Ga took the men's title with a time of 2 hours, 30 minutes and 24 seconds, marking the first gold medal for Sichuan's delegation in track and field, while Yang Chunhua secured the women's title with a time of 2 hours, 51 minutes and 40 seconds.
2025-12-09 10:39:06Giant Tags Trending: A Business Strategy?
During this year's Singles' Day shopping spree, oversized tags on clothing have gone viral on social media. These tags, larger than a face, are designed to deter malicious returns by clearly stating 'Keep tags for trying on, no returns or exchanges if removed'. Surprisingly, many of these giant tags originate from a clothing tag manufacturer in Chengdu, Sichuan. The company has spotted a business opportunity in the market, catering to the needs of merchants, especially those in e-commerce and live streaming sales, to reduce return rates by up to 80% with minimal added cost. The key to capturing this business opportunity lies in understanding market demands and offering customized and unique tag designs, as well as maintaining strategic flexibility and openness.
2025-12-09 10:38:40Chengdu Celebrates Ginkgo Season.
Chengdu celebrates its 'city bathed in golden armor' as ginkgo leaves turn yellow, marking the fifth anniversary of the 'leaves sweeping delay' policy. The city has transformed ginkgo leaves from waste to scenic resources and artistic installations. Professor Yang Zhenzhi advocates for a ginkgo cultural festival, emphasizing the tree's significance in urban aesthetics. Chengdu's interactions with ginkgoes have sparked a wave of creative products and dishes, showcasing urban civilization and governance.
2025-12-05 17:51:32Sichuan's Rural Road Revitalization
Sichuan's rural roads construction, part of the 'High-quality Rural Roads' initiative, has facilitated rural revitalization by connecting townships, villages, and counties. Since the '14th Five-Year Plan', Sichuan has invested 164 billion yuan, constructing and renovating 81,000 kilometers of rural roads. The province aims for 'smoothness' in rural transportation with projects like the 'Golden Pass', enhancing accessibility and logistics. The improved roads have boosted local economies and increased villagers' incomes, with a new round of upgrading actions planned to further enhance quality.
2025-12-05 17:46:21Chengdu to Almaty Direct Flight Debuts Dec 30
On December 30, 2025, Air China will officially launch a direct route from Chengdu Tianfu to Almaty, with flights operating every Tuesday and Saturday. The new route is expected to enhance connectivity between Chengdu and Central Asia, further developing the 'Air Silk Road' connecting Asia and Europe.
2025-12-05 10:28:57Sichuan University Attracts Global Scholars
Sichuan University hosted its 13th International Young Scholars Forum, extending an invitation to outstanding talents worldwide. The event, which included main forums, Haiyou Workshop, campus tours, and discipline-specific sub-forums, attracted over 1,600 scholars from 40 countries and regions, with nearly 180 attending in person and over 1,400 joining online. Since its inception in 2017, the forum has invited nearly 6,000 scholars from around the globe and has successfully recruited a number of distinguished young scholars.
2025-12-05 10:28:33Sichuan Winter Forecast: Warmer Front, Colder Later
The winter climate in Sichuan is expected to be warmer than usual with an average temperature of 6.7-7.2℃, according to the latest forecast from the provincial climate center. The province will experience a warm early winter followed by a cold late winter, with significant temperature fluctuations. The average precipitation is expected to be close to the normal level. Strong cold air processes are anticipated in early December and mid-February. Additionally, forest and grassland fire risks are at level three in most parts of Ganzi Prefecture and the Panxi region, with some periods reaching level four, necessitating strict fire management.
2025-12-05 10:28:00Chengdu Officially Enters Winter
Chengdu officially entered winter on November 17, marking the earliest start to the season in seven years. The autumn season was notably short this year, lasting only 61 days, which is 17 days shorter than the average. The city experienced a colder-than-usual start to winter, 12 days earlier than the typical onset date of November 29. Despite the early start to winter, the possibility of snowfall in the city center remains low.
2025-12-05 10:27:13Panda Hao Hao Returns to Chengdu, Sichuan
The female giant panda Hao Hao, which resided in Pairi Daiza in Belgium, safely arrived at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport on December 4th. She was then transported to the Wolong Panda Reserve of China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda for a 30-day quarantine. Hao Hao and Xing Hui had been in Belgium since February 2014 for a 15-year collaborative research program, which has seen successful breeding and research outcomes. Due to recurring ascites symptoms since March, experts from both countries decided to bring Hao Hao back to China for continued and systematic healthcare.
2025-12-04 15:44:0514th China·Sichuan Vegetable Expo Debuts.
The 14th China·Sichuan (Pengzhou) Vegetable Expo debuted at the Shuanghu International Convention and Exhibition Center, concurrently held with the Farmers' Harvest Festival and an Agricultural Products Marketing Matching Conference. The event showcased over 40,000 types of special local products, highlighting digital initiatives like the 'China Special Local Products Digital Intelligence Supply Chain Platform'. The expo featured a 'National Special Local Products Exhibition and Sale Zone' and integrated cultural and tourism with a 'Vegetable Lifestyle' experience, aiming to promote agricultural industry brands and digital transformation.
2025-12-01 18:31:33Chen Hao and Li Si Win Leshan Cycling Titles in Sichuan
Chen Hao and Li Si won the men's and women's titles at L'étape Leshan by Tour de France, qualifying for the 2026 Tour de France Challenge World Championships. The event, returning to mainland China after six years, attracted nearly 2,000 cycling enthusiasts and featured a course passing through three world heritage sites.
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