BEIJING – In a major step forward for the country’s ongoing push to modernize its national transportation infrastructure, two top Chinese government bodies rolled out a new set of policy measures Thursday designed to bolster the capacity and performance of China’s national comprehensive freight transport hubs.
Jointly released by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Transport, the initiative allocates resources to support infrastructure upgrades across approximately 30 cities and urban clusters over a three-year period that kicks off in 2026.
According to the official announcement, the core priorities of the plan include expanding shipping and transport capacity for critical strategic raw materials and high-priority industrial products. Beyond boosting capacity, the project also aims to accelerate the development of a fully integrated domestic and international logistics network marked by seamless connectivity, consistent operational safety, and high efficiency.
China’s transportation sector has posted consistent, stable growth over the past several years. In 2025, the segment gained renewed momentum, with growth driven by increasing digital intelligence and deeper integration with consumer-facing supply chains. The new initiative aligns with broader national development goals laid out in the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030), which outlines an accelerated timeline for China to solidify its standing as a global transportation powerhouse by expanding the overall strength of its domestic transport networks.