
Healthy increase seen in orders via online platforms
Many businesspeople in Xingcheng-a small coastal city, located in Liaoning province, which produces nearly 25 percent of the swimwear in the world-have started to see signs of a recovery of exports, e-commerce and domestic demand despite obvious challenges this summer as the COVID-19 pandemic has forced people to stay at home and reduce outdoor activities.
Local enterprises have previously felt pressure due to falling demand and disruptions in foreign trade caused by the contagion.