China's manufacturing industry has steadily improved in quality competitiveness in 2024, with the national quality competitiveness index (QCI) of the industry rising to 85.6, the national market supervision work conference said on Monday.
The conference was held in Beijing on Sunday and Monday to review the market supervision work in 2024, and arrange key tasks for the next year.
The national QCI of the manufacturing industry is a comprehensive index to gauge and evaluate the quality and development capacity of the industry.
The index rose to 85.6 in 2024 from 85.21 in the past year, indicating that China's manufacturing industry registered sustained improvement in quality competitiveness.
Statistics showed that in random inspections, the non-conformance rate of 49 varieties of products declined in 2024. Among them, 14 kinds of products, including electric bicycle chargers, saw a non-conformance rate drop by more than 10 percentage points.
The gas accidents nationwide diminished by 34 percent year on year, with incurred deaths and injuries decreasing by 47 percent and 42 percent, respectively, according to the statistics.
The conference called for more efforts to ensure the safety of food, medicine, key industrial products and special equipment.
"We will further advance comprehensive management in meat products, edible vegetable oil, food additives, online meal delivery, online sales of edible agricultural products and other key areas," said Luo Wen, head of the State Administration for Market Regulation.
China's manufacturing advanced in quality competitiveness
Ice and snow sports enthusiasts and tourists alike are enjoying numerous winter fun activities launched to boost tourism in southwest China's Sichuan Province and central China's Hubei Province.
In Ya'an City, Sichuan Province, a local ski resort opened to the public on Monday, featuring ski shows. Performers in various ski costumes demonstrated impressive skiing skills, drawing cheers from the audience. Both professional skiers and beginners were able to enjoy the thrill of skiing in winter here.
"It's my first time to try skiing. It's exciting and fun. I can see the Minya Konka peak, which is stunning," said Chen Keyi, a tourist.
"There are many winter tourism activities, and the temperature is perfect. We feel comfortable and cozy," said Qu Feng, another tourist.
In addition to performances, local authorities have used the area's natural resources, combining winter tourism with hot springs and local cuisine.
In Huanggang City, Hubei Province, skiers from nearby areas flock to the Taohuachong Ski Resort to experience the speed and excitement of winter sports. At an altitude of 1,088 meters, surrounded by pines and cedars, this ski resort stands out for its breathtaking views of rime. To enhance the tourist experience, Taohuachong has added three new ski runs.
"This ski resort is huge. We feel relaxed," said Li Mei, a tourist.
Local authorities have also integrated various resources, including ice and snow, hot springs, cuisine, and cultural products, to create a range of one-stop winter tourism experiences. With favorable winter tourism policies, these offerings are drawing more visitors.
"We headed for the hot spring right after skiing. It's been a wonderful and cozy experience," said Xia Ling, a tourist.
Winter fun activities draw tourists to Sichuan, Hubei
