In 2026, China is set to expedite the construction of a Digital China. This will involve a deeper integration of data applications and scenario-based innovations. Key initiatives include driving city-wide digital transformation and fostering the emergence of novel digital lifestyles and consumption patterns. With a focus on 16 pivotal sectors, such as healthcare, scientific research, and transportation, as well as groundbreaking areas like embodied intelligence and bio-manufacturing, China aims to develop high-quality datasets that will fuel advancements in artificial intelligence. In parallel, China will encourage broader access to public and enterprise data, compile a scenario-based opening list, and collaborate to deepen international cooperation in the data sphere. These efforts are geared towards unlocking the full potential of data elements and propelling high-quality development forward.