China’s New Plan: Swap Old Gadgets for Shiny New Ones! 🎉
Hey there! Have you ever wanted to trade your old phone or tablet for a brand new one? Well, in China, that’s becoming even easier! 🇨🇳
China has just announced exciting new plans for 2025. They’re expanding a program called “old-for-new” where people can trade in old household appliances and gadgets for new ones and get a discount! 💡
Now, there are more items you can trade in—12 categories instead of just 8. And guess what? You can get up to 20% off the price of a new item! That’s like paying $80 instead of $100! 🤑
This program isn’t just about getting cool new stuff. It’s also helping the planet by encouraging people to use energy-efficient appliances. 🌍♻️ Plus, it’s boosting the economy by helping businesses sell more products.
By mid-December last year, millions of people in China had already swapped their old items for new ones. Over 33 million shoppers bought more than 52 million new items! 📈
This big trade-in program has generated over one trillion yuan (that’s about $144 billion!) in sales. That’s a lot of zeros! 🔢 It’s helping the country grow and supporting a greener future.
So, what do you think? Isn’t it cool when getting new gadgets also helps the planet and the economy? Maybe someday, similar programs will come to other countries too! 😊
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
