Wedoany.com Report-Apr. 18, By the end of March 2025, China had established over 4.39 million 5G base stations, achieving a user penetration rate of 75.9 percent, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). This milestone highlights the nation’s ongoing advancements in digital infrastructure and technology.

An aerial drone photo taken on June 17, 2023 shows the 5G base station at the Zonag Lake Protection Station in Hoh Xil, northwest China's Qinghai Province.

At a press conference, MIIT Chief Engineer Xie Shaofeng stated: “China's cyber infrastructure has continued to improve and its digital industry has scaled new heights.” He emphasized the rapid development of digital technologies, particularly 5G and large-scale artificial intelligence models, which have driven significant progress in the sector.

In the first two months of 2025, China’s digital industry recorded an 8.2 percent year-on-year revenue increase, reflecting robust growth. The expansion of 5G infrastructure has played a key role in supporting this upward trend, enabling broader access to high-speed connectivity and fostering innovation across various industries.

Xie also noted that the industrial sector maintained steady performance in the first quarter of 2025. Improvements in industrial structure and the promotion of new, high-quality productive forces have further strengthened the sector’s contribution to economic development. These efforts align with China’s focus on integrating advanced technologies to enhance productivity and sustainability.

The continued growth of 5G infrastructure and the digital industry underscores China’s commitment to building a modern, technology-driven economy. The widespread deployment of 5G base stations is expected to support emerging applications, improve connectivity, and drive further advancements in artificial intelligence and other digital technologies, benefiting both businesses and consumers.