Reform pioneer Shenzhen to open new chapter of innovation, opening up

The southern Chinese city of Shenzhen, a reform pioneer, is poised to take bold new steps as the country recently announced a policy package aimed at deepening the city's leading role in reform, innovation and opening up.

June 13, 2025

Reform-driven Shenzhen powers China's innovation engine

Driven by deepening reforms, Shenzhen is powering China's innovation engine, with its GDP growing 5.5% annually from 2020 to 2024 and R&D spending surging 48% from 2020 to 2023. The city has also led the nation in industrial output and value added for three consecutive years, said its mayor at a Thursday press conference.

June 12, 2025

China unveils guidelines to deepen reforms in Shenzhen

China will further advance comprehensive reforms in the vibrant southern city of Shenzhen, and push for greater innovation and opening-up in the city, according to a set of guidelines unveiled Tuesday.

June 11, 2025