Hey there! Did you know that in China, people are having tons of fun with football games, music festivals, and night markets? 🎉 And guess what? All this fun is also helping the country’s economy grow! Let’s find out how.
Football Fever in Jiangsu 🏆
In Jiangsu Province, a football league called the Jiangsu Provincial Urban Football League (also known as “Su Chao”) has become super popular! ⚽ Even though it’s an amateur league, the matches attract between 30,000 and 50,000 fans each time. That’s a lot of cheering! 🥳
After each game, people get excited about local foods like “Nanjing salted duck” and “Nantong breakfast.” Searches for these yummy treats skyrocketed! 🍗🥟 Plus, hotel bookings went up by 21% during the league season.
Fun Festivals and Night Markets 🌙
But it’s not just football. Cities are hosting music festivals, food carnivals, and more. In Taizhou’s Jiangyan district, a food carnival attracts over 20,000 visitors every day! 🍜🎶 With extended hours on weekends, people are enjoying tasty food, cool music, and lots of laughs.
Boosting the Economy Through Fun 💹
The Chinese mainland is encouraging people to enjoy more cultural and tourism activities. The government is also promoting “trade-in” programs, where you can exchange old appliances and cars for new ones. This helps people get the latest gadgets and supports the environment too! 🚗🔄
Because of these efforts, sales in things like home appliances and new energy cars are booming. In fact, retail sales of consumer goods are expected to exceed 50 trillion yuan this year! That’s a big number! 🤑
Why Does This Matter? 🤔
By focusing on fun and exciting activities, the Chinese mainland is making sure people have a great time while also helping the economy grow. It’s like having your cake and eating it too! 🍰
Experts say that encouraging people to spend a little more can help create new jobs, boost innovation, and make life better for everyone. So next time you go to a football game or a festival, remember—you might be helping your country’s economy! 🌟
Reference(s):
Domestic demand takes center stage in China's next growth chapter
cgtn.com
