China issues 5-year plan for agricultural, rural modernization

China has issued a plan to accelerate agricultural and rural modernization during the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) period, a key blueprint mapping out the country's development priorities through the end of the decade.

The plan aims to significantly enhance the nation's self-reliance and strength in agricultural science and technology, make major strides in transforming agriculture into a modern major industry. It also proposes accelerated efforts to build a beautiful and harmonious countryside for people and live and work in, calling for new breakthroughs in the integrated development of urban and rural areas.