Shenzhen had invested approximately 1.6 trillion yuan (US$231 billion) in social welfare during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), city officials announced today, a figure representing nearly 70% of its fiscal expenditure during that period.

With the Chinese New Year just a week away, the annual migration home is in full swing. As high-speed rail becomes the go-to option for many travelers, passengers often juggle multiple pieces of luggage — leading to a predictable surge in left-behind belongings. The lost-and-found office at Shenzhen North Railway Station is experiencing its busiest season.

Shenzhen aims to reach a GDP of over 5 trillion yuan (US$720 billion) by the end of 2030, Mayor Qin Weizhong stated in the government work report delivered at the opening of the annual session of the city’s legislature yesterday.

A cargo ship carrying about 65,000 metric tons of Argentine wheat arrived in Shekou Port in Shenzhen on Saturday, marking the opening of a new chapter in agricultural trade cooperation between China and Argentina.

Shenzhen Bay Park has ended its reservation-only parking system at two of its main lots, switching to a first-come, first-served model in response to mounting complaints about scalpers reselling parking spots to visitors.

Political advisor Tenniel Chu has proposed leveraging the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting as a strategic opportunity to boost Shenzhen’s cultural, sports, and tourism sectors.

Visitors to Shenzhen Bay Park are voicing frustration over the growing presence of scalpers offering paid parking reservation services — despite the official system showing no availability.

Shenzhen is about to enter a key political season with the upcoming annual meetings of its political advisors and lawmakers, collectively known as the “two sessions” — a highlight of the city’s political calendar.