On February 28, the National Bureau of Statistics released the 2025 Statistical Bulletin on National Economic and Social Development. The data revealed that in 2025, the number of foreign nationals entering China via visa-free policies reached 30.08 million person-times, marking a 49.5% increase. Total spending by inbound tourists amounted to $131.1 billion, growing by 39.2%. Over the past year, the popularity of "traveling to China" and "shopping in China" was further confirmed by these robust figures. The momentum continued to build during the recent Spring Festival holiday, with inbound tourism heating up further: China attracted visitors from over 160 countries and regions, whose travels covered more than 300 domestic cities. The synergy between policy benefits and tourist enthusiasm suggests that this year's inbound tourism market is poised to deliver more positive surprises.
The bulletin also highlighted other impressive data points. In 2025, China's production of service robots reached 18.581 million units, a 16.1% increase from the previous year. A total of 92 space launches were completed throughout the year, 50 of which were for commercial aerospace. From robotics to commercial spaceflight, these advanced, futuristic productive forces experienced significant growth in 2025, with expectations for further development and results this year.
Another noteworthy figure is that an average of 26,000 new enterprises were established daily in China during 2025. Behind this substantial number lies vibrant market activity. This detailed bulletin allows us to perceive the developmental strength across various sectors. Holding such a report card instills greater confidence and assurance. Riding this momentum, China's economic ship will continue to navigate the waves steadily and advance into the future.
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