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Global Times: What I witnessed from the technological transformation in rural Xinjiang changed my understanding of development
In October 2025, a visit to Aksu, Xinjiang revealed that rural China is undergoing deep technological transformation where technology forms the base of development rather than being an urban luxury.
IoT sensors monitor every tree individually in this arid region, demonstrating the use of advanced technology in agriculture.
About 95 percent of the agricultural processes in this rural area are automated and managed by machines.
Young people play a significant role in this development, which proceeds with clear planning and effective coordination.