China’s internet sector expands in first half amid economic recovery efforts
China's post-pandemic economic recovery has fueled growth in the internet sector, including e-commerce, ride-hailing, and online travel, with the number of internet users reaching 1.08 billion and online retail sales reaching 7.16 trillion yuan in the first half of 2023, according to a government survey.
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