Welcome to Danyang City, a remarkable county-level powerhouse in the Chinese mainland that has redefined the eyewear industry. With a modest population but over 1,600 dedicated businesses and more than 50,000 workers, this vibrant hub supplies half of the world’s optical lenses and 75 percent of the Chinese mainland's total output.
Every week, a seasoned Turkish businessman remarks, "I come here nearly every week to pick up new stock." His experience, spanning half a century in the eyewear world, highlights the unmatched quality and value Danyang consistently offers. Despite decades in the industry, each visit uncovers fresh insights in this ever-evolving optical epicenter. 🚀
Innovation drives this traditional manufacturing center forward. In the first half of 2024 alone, local eyewear enterprises recorded 2.5 billion yuan in import-export volume – a 2.8 percent increase year-on-year. Even in the face of challenges like recent U.S. tariff hikes, local businesses remain confident, continuously crafting strategies to navigate new global economic landscapes.
Danyang’s journey is a powerful reminder that blending time-tested craftsmanship with modern innovation can create a global impact. For news enthusiasts, young professionals, students, and adventurers alike, the story of Danyang’s eyewear revolution offers a glimpse into how tradition and technology meet on the global stage. 👀
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Through the lens: How China's eyewear capital smartly reinvents itself
cgtn.com
