China advances food security amid record grain output

Han also highlighted the difficulty of increasing grain production, warning against complacency.

"As a nation of 1.4 billion people, we must rely on ourselves to feed our population. We cannot depend on others," he said. "Ensuring food security is a fundamental priority, and we must always remain vigilant."

According to this year's Government Work Report, the grain output target is set at around 700 million tons as part of its key economic and social development objectives.

"This goal can be achieved through scientific planning and policy implementation," Han said.

He also underscored the potential for yield improvements, particularly in corn and soybeans, outlining plans to enhance oil crop production and innovation in the seed industry.