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China's Logistics Efficiency Soars: Costs Drop to 13.9%

2/11/2026

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In 2025, China's logistics efficiency reached a record high as the ratio of logistics costs to GDP fell to 13.9% from 14.1% in 2024.
Beijing aims to boost the logistics sector through infrastructure investment and technology adoption.
China's logistics market was valued at 368.2 trillion yuan, grew 5.1% year-on-year, and parcel deliveries rose 11.8%.
Advanced technologies such as unstaffed warehouses and drones are emerging, though many remain in early adoption.

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Story summary

In 2025, China's logistics efficiency reached a record high as the ratio of logistics costs to GDP fell to 13.9% from 14.1% in 2024.
Beijing aims to boost the logistics sector through infrastructure investment and technology adoption.
China's logistics market was valued at 368.2 trillion yuan, grew 5.1% year-on-year, and parcel deliveries rose 11.8%.
Advanced technologies such as unstaffed warehouses and drones are emerging, though many remain in early adoption.