China’s digital economy is rapidly growing, supported by the adoption of industrial AI systems and new technologies in production processes. As of 2023, the scale of China’s digital economy exceeded 50 trillion yuan, reaching 41.5% of GDP. Digitalization is particularly boosting the productivity of small and medium-sized enterprises.
Significant increases in exports through platforms like Haizhi Online have been observed, with exports to countries along the ‘Belt and Road’ growing by 173%. This growth demonstrates China’s effective use of advanced digital manufacturing and AI integration to enhance its competitiveness in international trade.
China’s industrial AI solutions contribute to sustainability goals by reducing energy consumption and minimizing environmental impacts. AI-powered production systems increase energy savings by 10% while significantly reducing carbon emissions. This approach aims to achieve both environmental and economic sustainability simultaneously. China’s leadership in this area continues to deepen the impact of digital economy across various sectors.