China launched 75 new international air cargo routes in the first four months of this year, with over 162 round-trip cargo flights added each week, the Air Cargo Branch of the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing (CFLP) said on Tuesday, adding a total of 17 new freight routes in April alone.
These new routes primarily connect to Asian and European countries, with 35 routes to Asia and 31 to Europe.
Most of the cargo has been cross-border e-commerce goods, perishables, electronics, and auto parts, according to the CFLP.
China launches 75 new int'l air cargo routes in first four months
China's movie industry is increasingly deriving its earnings from broader consumer economy.
Released during the 2025 summer season, the film "Nobody" became China's highest-grossing two-dimensional animated film -- and its success went beyond theaters.
Through licensing and brand partnerships, the movie has generated 2.5 billion yuan (about 358.3 million U.S. dollars) in retail sales to consumers, with more than 800 licensed products on the market.
Ranging from plush toys to food and home goods, the movie-related merchandise can be purchased from over 3,000 online and offline outlets.
Meanwhile, souvenir stores are crowded at Shanghai Disneyland's Zootopia themed land, with hats, plush toys, and collectibles seeing steady demand from visitors.
"China's film industry is no longer defined by box office revenue alone. It has become a new growth engine that links and energizes multiple cultural sectors. At the heart of every successful film is strong storytelling. High-quality productions create cultural value, which in turn enhances the commercial value of intellectual property and opens up new consumption opportunities. I believe China's film industry delivered an outstanding performance in the past year," said Chen Xiaoda, vice dean of Shanghai Vancouver Film School.
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