According to PANews, the Guangzhou Municipal Commerce Bureau has released a draft of measures aimed at promoting high-quality development in the e-commerce sector. The draft encourages e-commerce companies to actively integrate innovative technologies such as 5G, cloud computing, the Internet of Things, big data, blockchain, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, digital twins, ultra-high-definition video, drones, and robotics to enhance the digital consumer experience.

The initiative supports e-commerce enterprises in developing software service systems for product selection and marketing processes. By leveraging digital upgrades, the plan aims to propel commercial entities towards digitalization, networking, intelligence, and service-oriented development. Additionally, the measures support eligible e-commerce companies in applying for recognition as national high-tech enterprises. This move is part of a broader strategy to foster technological advancement and competitiveness in Guangzhou's e-commerce industry.