China to harness AI, big data to bolster disease control

China aims to make better use of technologies including artificial intelligence and big data to strengthen its disease prevention and control capabilities during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), an official said Monday.

September 15, 2026

Payment delays targeted to boost SME cash flows

China will push large companies to pay smaller suppliers faster and in cash, combining clearer payment rules with tougher oversight and financing support to ease cash flow pressures on small businesses, said government officials on Monday.

September 15, 2026