China Creates National Blockchain Network

The Chinese government has officially approved a strategy to create a national blockchain network integrated into the country's overall computing infrastructure. This step aims to deeply integrate the digital and real economies.

New Quality Productive Forces

The document from the CPC Central Committee and the State Council dated October 9, 2026, directly includes the creation of a national blockchain network in the section on deep integration of the real and digital economies. This is a concrete task, not just a declaration.

Blockchain is viewed as key infrastructure for data and computing. It is mentioned alongside the "East Data West Computing" project, smart manufacturing, and the industrial internet.

Creation of a Unified National Data Market

Authorities aim to establish an open, shared, and secure nationwide data market. Special attention is paid to convenient and secure mechanisms for cross-border data exchange.

Development of Digital Clusters

The strategy involves developing industrial digitization and creating globally competitive clusters of the digital industry. New infrastructure will serve as the foundation for these ambitious plans.