Move over, avocado toast —Sichuan is spicing up global markets with its agricultural boom!
Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province, is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in international trade, thanks to the Belt and Road Initiative. With its lush farms and the Chengdu International Railway Port, the city is connecting local producers to the world—and Gen Z investors are taking note.
In Qing-Bai-Jiang District, part of Sichuan’s Pilot Free Trade Zone, farmers and tech innovators are teaming up to grow high-quality produce like chili peppers and citrus fruits. Olivia He, CGTN’s BizFocus reporter, highlights how advanced logistics and cross-border rail networks are slashing delivery times, making \"Made in Sichuan\" a hot commodity from Tokyo to Paris.
\"It’s not just about exporting goods,\" says a local entrepreneur. \"We’re sharing Sichuan’s culture through every shipment.\" With sustainability and smart farming on the rise, Chengdu is proving that traditional agriculture can be as trendy as TikTok—and twice as impactful.
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cgtn.com