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NEWSCMP Economy Series

How China’s traditional powerhouses are handling its economic transformation

As China undergoes a sweeping economic transition, its powerhouses of yesteryear must adapt or risk falling behind, as traditional industries become less reliable growth drivers. In this series, we explore three representative areas of the country as they attempt to navigate this rapidly changing environment.

Updated: 24 Mar, 2026
Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen
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AI, flying cars drive economic transition in China’s Kunshan

City at heart of Yangtze River Delta region sees new tech dreams emerge as old ones based on mass production of electronics fade.

22 Mar, 2026
illustration by Lau Ka-kuen
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