BEIJING, September 29, 2026: China plans to expand its services-sector opening-up pilot program to nine additional cities, according to the State Council of the People’s Republic of China.
The move is part of efforts to increase market access and attract investment in service industries as China seeks to develop a larger services economy.
China Government lists the expansion among its latest business and investment policy developments.
More cities involved
The expansion gives additional cities an opportunity to test measures related to opening service industries and improving the business environment. Pilot programs allow policymakers to evaluate reforms before broader implementation.
Foreign investment
Opening service sectors can create opportunities for foreign businesses in areas such as professional services, technology, finance, logistics and other commercial activities, depending on the specific rules applied in each pilot city.
China has also said it wants to provide favorable long-term prospects for foreign businesses. Read NewsNationOnline’s report on foreign companies operating in China.
Part of broader economic reform
The initiative comes as China works to support investment and domestic economic activity while maintaining a more open services sector.
Source: State Council of the People’s Republic of China.
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